Application Architect

SGI; Manitoba; Hybrid; CAD 109,052 - 145,441; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Personal development and training

Positive work culture

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

SGI is looking for an experienced Application Architect to join their Platform Delivery team. This role involves designing distributed event-driven application architectures and influencing strategy within a dynamic environment. The position is open to candidates in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta, and Ontario with a hybrid or remote option.

The ideal applicant will possess strong communication skills and a strategic mindset, alongside six years of experience in software systems architecture and a relevant bachelor's degree. SGI offers a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6 years of directly related experience in distributed software systems architecture.

Responsibilities

• Operate at the intersection of technology and strategy.
• Influence strategy and guide development teams.
• Ensure applications align with corporate goals.

Skills

Designing and evolving distributed event-driven application architectures

Knowledge of modern development practices

Experience with Guidewire or similar enterprise insurance platforms

Communicating architectural concepts

Strategic mindset

Curiosity for emerging technologies

Leading discussions and influencing decisions

Navigating ambiguity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Job description

Division – Digital and Information Services

Work Location – Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta and Ontario. This role is eligible for a hybrid or remote work option in these provinces where we operate.

Pay Range: $109,052 - $145,441 (Due to current market demands, a temporary market salary supplement is being offered in addition to base salary in the form of an annual lump sum payment based on 15% of range max with the payment split and paid twice per year based on eligibility guidelines)

Join our Platform Delivery team as an Application Architect! As an Application Architect, you will operate at the intersection of technology and strategy - bringing clarity to complexity and direction to our development teams.

The Application Architect is our technical expert who ensures that custom-built solutions and SaaS or COTS integrations work well within our broader software environment and support SGI and SGI CANADA’s business needs. In this role, you will go beyond technical design – you will influence strategy, guide teams, and ensure our applications delivers impactful value and align with our corporate and business goals in a fast-changing, growing digital environment.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Strong experience designing and evolving distributed event-driven application architectures.
• Knowledge of modern development practices, architecture patterns, and integration approaches.
• Experience with Guidewire or similar enterprise insurance platforms is considered an asset, particularly in environments involving complex integrations and modernization initiatives.
• Ability to communicate architectural concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A strategic mindset with hands‑on problem‑solving capability.
• Curiosity and commitment to staying current with emerging technologies.
• Confidence leading discussions, influencing decisions, and guiding teams.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity in complex environments.

The experience and skills for this position are typically gained through six years of directly related experience in distributed software systems architecture and four‑year degree in an Information Technology field of study.

Why Join Us?

At SGI, work is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact

• A positive, healthy work culture: Work culture can be the reason an employee stays or leaves a job. At SGI, we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we’re proud of. And we continue to invest in our culture to make sure that our actions (and culture) reflect our corporate values: caring, passion, innovation, and integrity. We invite you to learn more about our employees' experiences at SGI through their testimonials
• Great benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including perks and options to balance work and everything else life sends your way. Learn more about the benefits we offer when working at SGI
• Personal development: We invest in our employees. We provide leadership and employee training, and education funding to support your self‑improvement goals and keep our teams thriving.
• Exceptional colleagues: Be part of a diverse and talented team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Do not worry about checking every box! We value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. If you have strong fundamentals and experience in distributed software systems architecture, we encourage you to apply – Application Architect

At SGI, we are committed to a workplace where people feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. Through fair, consistent, and transparent people practices, we attract skilled talent with varied lived experiences and offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a strong sense of belonging. Our commitment to reconciliation includes inclusive hiring practices that create meaningful opportunities for Indigenous peoples and support a workforce reflective of the communities we serve. Join us in building a culture where contributions are valued and shared success is shaped by our people.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your accommodation request to [e-mail] and we will work through your request with you. All information received will be kept confidential.

The position closes June 21st at 11:59pm (Saskatchewan time)