Principal - Emerging Platforms

Lead solution architecture and design for BY implementations and enhancements. Conduct discovery workshops and translate business requirements into functional and technical solution designs. Own the end-to-end solution blueprint, including process design, configuration, integrations, reporting, and data migration. Drive integration architecture with upstream/downstream systems such as ERP (SAP/Oracle), EDI, carrier systems, OMS, WCS, and visibility platforms. Guide teams on BY configuration and best practices across logistics processes (inbound, outbound, planning, execution, freight settlement, warehouse operations). Define non-functional requirements: performance, scalability, security, monitoring, resilience. Support SIT/UAT strategy, defect triage, and ensure solution quality through signoffs. Work closely with stakeholders to manage scope, risks, dependencies, and release readiness. Provide leadership and mentoring to consultants/analysts and support knowledge transition. Present solution options, trade-offs, and recommendations Exceptional problem-solving skills and strategic thinking abilities. ABOUT US: Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change. Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms. Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. INFORMATION SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES: Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System. Take part in information security training and act while handling information. Report all suspected security and policy breach to InfoSec team or appropriate authority (CISO). Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.