EDI Architect (JD Edwards Integration) (Remote)

We are looking for an experienced EDI Architect with strong JD Edwards (JDE) expertise to lead the design and implementation of scalable, enterprise-grade EDI solutions for global clients.

This role goes beyond JDE configuration, focusing on end-to-end EDI architecture, integration strategy, partner ecosystem design, and solution governance across multiple platforms.

The ideal candidate will act as a solution owner for EDI architecture, ensuring alignment between business processes, JDE capabilities, and external trading partner requirements.

• Define and own enterprise EDI architecture across JDE and external systems
• Design scalable, reusable EDI integration patterns (batch, near real-time, API-enabled EDI)
• Lead end-to-end solution design: from trading partner onboarding to production support
• Standardize mapping frameworks, data transformation logic, and validation rules
• Ensure compliance with X12 standards, partner-specific companion guides, and governance policies

• Architect integration between JDE (EnterpriseOne) and EDI platforms
• Design and optimize:
• F47 interface tables
• R47 batch processing programs
• Flat file & staging architectures
• Define mapping between JDE business objects and EDI transaction flows
• Ensure correct handling of:
• Order lifecycle (Order → Acknowledgment → Shipment → Invoice)
• Pricing, inventory, and fulfillment rules
• Conduct fit-gap analysis between JDE standard and partner requirements

• Lead integration using EDI platforms such as:
• Cleo
• IBM Sterling
• Gentran / SPS Commerce
• Define architecture for:
• Message transformation & routing
• Envelope standards (ISA/GS, control numbers)
• Acknowledgements (997, TA1)
• Align EDI with modern integration ecosystems (API gateway, middleware, iPaaS) where needed

• Define and standardize partner onboarding frameworks
• Review and interpret companion guides (Walmart, Amazon, Whole Foods, etc.)
• Ensure seamless onboarding with minimum custom effort and high reusability
• Establish data validation, error handling, and monitoring mechanisms

• Act as the architectural authority for EDI and integration design
• Provide guidance to:
• JDE Functional & Technical Consultants
• EDI Developers
• Define best practices, design patterns, and reusable components
• Review solution design, mapping documents, and integration flows
• Ensure system scalability, performance, and production stability

• Engage directly with client stakeholders (especially US clients)
• Lead:
• Architecture discussions
• Design workshops
• Integration strategy meetings
• Manage cross-team dependencies across:
• ERP
• EDI platform
• External partners
• Identify risks and drive resolution across the delivery lifecycle

• Strong experience in EDI architecture (X12 standards)
• Deep knowledge of transactions:
• 850, 855, 810, 856, 860, 875, 880, 940, 945
• Expertise in:
• Envelope structure (ISA/GS segments)
• Control numbers and acknowledgements (997/TA1)
• Experience in at least one EDI platform:
• Cleo / IBM Sterling / SPS Commerce / Gentran

• Strong experience in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (9.x)
• Good understanding of:
• EDI module (F47 tables, R47 UBEs)
• OMW, batch jobs, processing options
• Data structures and JDE tables
• Ability to connect business flows ↔ system design ↔ EDI transactions

• Experience designing integration architectures across systems
• Knowledge of:
• Data mapping, transformation, and validation frameworks
• Integration patterns (batch, event-driven, API-based)
• Strong documentation skills:
• Solution Architecture Document (SAD)
• Integration Design Document (IDD)
• Mapping specifications

• 10+ years in ERP / integration domain
• 5+ years in EDI architecture or large-scale EDI integration programs
• Proven experience leading end-to-end EDI implementations
• Experience working with global / US clients and trading partners
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or equivalent