POS Analyst

Job Summary Our client a leading Retail & Consumer Goods provider is seeking a POS Analyst to join their team! This position is located in Boston, Massachusetts.We are seeking a hands-on Senior Consultant to join our client's team in designing and evaluating next-generation POS hardware and edge computing architecture for a large Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) environment. This role is based onsite at the Canton, MA support center.This is not a people management position and does not involve day-to-day POS support. Instead, the role focuses on architecture, evaluating trade-offs, and future-proofing systems-particularly extending hardware lifecycle, minimizing operating system risk, and ensuring the platform can scale alongside evolving software demands, including emerging AI use cases over the next 5-10 years.Core ResponsibilitiesEvaluate current POS hardware and deployment modelsAssess edge-based architecturesReduce dependency on POS terminal operating system end-of-support (EOS) timelinesEnable POS logic to shift off the register where appropriateSupport fully seamless offline operation in high-volume store environmentsDefine optimal workload placement across: POS endpoints, Store-edge infrastructure, and Cloud platformsEvaluate hardware and operating system options with a focus on long-term scalability, including support for AI-driven workloadsCollaborate with the team to deliver clear architectural recommendations, diagrams, and trade-off analyses Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)Hands-on experience with large-scale enterprise POS systems in QSR or high-volume retail environmentsStrong experience with payment systemsStrong experience with peripheral integrationStrong experience with offline and degraded network scenarios Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves) Strong understanding of transaction processingProven experience designing solutions around existing POS platforms rather than replacing them Key Competencies & Behaviors Data analytics skillsStrong communication skillsOrganizational skills Work Environment Location: Boston, MaineHybrid, 4 days onsite, 1 remote Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $70.00 and $77.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance PlansEmployee Stock Ownership Plan401K offered About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We're movers and shakers! We don't mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.Marketing Disclosure