Sr. Technology Manager

Architecture Operations & Portfolio Management

(This role is hybrid, 3 days in office & 2 days remote. The person needs to be located or willing to relocate to Seattle.)

Who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

About this team

The Global Architecture group at lululemon is responsible for driving technical strategies, innovation, architecture, and data that support every aspect of our rapidly scaling global business. You will work in a matrixed environment alongside peers in business, product, engineering, program, – among other disciplines – to collaboratively develop and deliver industry leading strategic technology and architecture solutions aligned to business goals and objectives. In addition to your primary team, project, or portfolio you will be supported by a diverse Architecture Community, which provides learning and governance resources to all architects and will help you build a strong and robust practice of leadership grounded in technical proficiency, innovative thinking and empathy.

A day in the life:

It’s exciting times at lululemon and we are having a great time delivering value to our guests throughout all of our channels. As the Sr. Technology Manager - Architecture Operations, you will lead Global Architecture Operations team and foster a broader vibrant architect community. You will collaborate with our architects for lululemon’s future state architecture, technology standards, and business capability maps. You will partner with leaders in Business, Product, Engineering, Program, Architecture, to manage our Multi-Year Technology strategic roadmaps. You will oversee a team and play a leadership role within Global Architecture and influence in broader organizations.

• Manage Global Architecture’s portfolio, financials spend and accountability
• Define and optimize the Global Architecture function’s intake and Operations process
• Lead Architect Community of Practice and Architecture Review Boards
• Create easy-to-use repository and Publish architecture and technology current and future state architecture, best practices, standards to drive architecture maturity
• Own the business capability, application/APM, technology components mapping and tools
• Mature tools and processes of tracking near future technology and innovation trends in order to identify opportunities that align to lululemon’s 5 and 10 year strategy
• Work with Architects to establish and publish Future State Architecture and Technology design and roadmap
• Partner with key stakeholders for Technology’s multi-year strategic roadmap
• Develop and measure Global Architecture KPIs, derive key insights, dashboards and regular communications of status and results to key stakeholders
• Lead Architecture Operations like staffing strategy, OKRs, Planning, goals process, etc.
• Lead creation and ensure maintenance of the architecture job families
• Engage and develop employees
• Foster a high-performance culture by promoting ownership and responsibility across all teams
• Have a forward-thinking, empathy driven mindset with people and development at the forefront.

Qualifications:

• Must have 5 years' experience in managing a technical team of at least 2 people.
• Experience managing tech operations portfolio and FP&A
• Experience managing 3-6 direct reports.
• Experience with architecture operational support with planning and program responsibilities is a plus.
• Must have 2 year experience managing and being accountable to a budget of at least 2 million.
• Preferred 3 years' experience in hands on technical operational planning and support.
• Preferred large enterprise experience in a matrixed environment.
• Must have knowledge and/or experience with technologies applied to enterprises at global scale.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with technology including Engineers and Architects.
• Experience in working with business and technology executives: Translating business needs into prioritized technology.
• Consistent record of being results oriented with demonstrated ability to achieve bold goals
• Demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills.
• Experience with Agile software development methodology.
• Experience with PMP, TOGAF, Scrum preferred.
• Must excel working in team-oriented roles that rely on ability to collaborate with others

Compensation and Benefits Package:

For Applicants: lululemon’s compensation offerings are rooted in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is $166,200-$218,200 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our competitive Total Rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus and equity offerings, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. In addition to our competitive Total Rewards offering, we also have personal and professional development offerings. Our offerings recognize our teams for their performance and support whole person development, including support for employees on how to grow their career:

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: Availability of the incentive programs, benefits, and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Workplace arrangement:

This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy:

Hybrid in-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week.