Senior Enterprise Application Architect
Job Description
Applications Architect
Job Title: Senior Enterprise Application Architect
Location: Hybrid (Up to 3 days/week onsite in Guelph or GTA office locations)
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
Job Category: Enterprise Architecture / IT Solutions
About Us:
Our client specializes in delivering innovative, strategic IT solutions to our clients. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Enterprise Application Architect to join our client’s team. This position offers the opportunity to shape and influence complex architectural designs while working with a variety of technologies and business needs across the public sector.
The Role:
As a Senior Enterprise Application Architect, you will play a critical role in shaping the application architecture for large-scale, complex projects, including enterprise applications, data platforms, and cloud-based solutions. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to define end-to-end technical solutions, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and government standards.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading architectural design efforts, mentoring junior architects, and ensuring that all solutions meet the strategic goals of the organization and its clients.
Skills & Experience Required:
Enterprise Architecture Leadership:
A minimum of 10 years of total IT experience, with at least 5 years focused on solution architecture for large, complex projects.
Expertise in a variety of technologies and design approaches (e.g., Java/JEE, GIS tools, APIs, Data Lakes, Data Warehouses, Machine Learning, Business Intelligence, etc.).
Proven ability to assess business strategies and requirements, and provide strategic, viable technical solutions.
Demonstrated experience leading JAD sessions and developing conceptual, logical, and physical application architectures.
Government & Compliance Knowledge:
Experience in creating solution architecture documentation in alignment with OPS standards, including Information Architecture, Solution Requirements Documents, and more.
In-depth knowledge of data governance, data quality, and data management best practices.
Communication & Problem Solving:
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to visualize and convey complex concepts to a variety of audiences.
Proven ability to resolve technical challenges and make strategic decisions in high-pressure situations.
Experience facilitating meetings and providing leadership in technical decision-making.
