Application Architect

McCarthy Tétrault; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance premiums paid by the firm

Wellness and technology reimbursements

Generous time off

Commitment to professional development

Job summary

McCarthy Tétrault is looking for an Applications Architect to join their team in Vancouver. The role requires 8-10 years of IT experience, with a focus on application architecture. Candidates will design scalable solutions, oversee the application portfolio, and align with the firm's technology strategy.

The successful applicant will have a strong background in software development, expertise in Microsoft Azure, and proven experience integrating AI capabilities. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered from day one.

Qualifications

• 8‑10+ years of experience in IT, with several years in software engineering.
• 5+ years focused on application or solution architecture required.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure architecture and services is essential.
• Strong background in software development and proficiency in modern languages and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve enterprise application architectures and solution blueprints.
• Collaborate with IT leadership for application roadmaps and modernization strategies.
• Support the full application lifecycle from design through deployment.
• Integrate AI‑enabled capabilities across applications and align with governance standards.

Skills

Microsoft Azure architecture

C#/.NET

JavaScript/TypeScript

Python

Java

AI capabilities integration

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub

Job description

Job Description

McCarthy Tétrault is a leading Canadian law firm offering a full suite of legal and business solutions to clients across Canada and worldwide. With offices in Toronto, Montréal, Québec City, Calgary and Vancouver, we provide challenging and rewarding career opportunities. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for eleven consecutive years and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for fourteen consecutive years, our culture is guided by The McCarthy Way—a shared approach to working with clients and each other.

About the Role

We are recruiting an Applications Architect to join our team in Toronto, Calgary or Vancouver. The successful candidate must have 8–10 years of experience in IT, including significant experience in application architecture, and will be responsible for designing scalable enterprise solutions, providing technical leadership across the application portfolio, and supporting the firm’s technology strategy.

Responsibilities

Architecture & Solution Design

• Designing and evolving enterprise application architectures and high‑level solution blueprints.
• Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business requirements and IT standards.
• Evaluating technology options (build vs. buy, SaaS/PaaS) and recommending optimal approaches.

Technology Strategy & Roadmapping

• Collaborating with IT leadership to define application roadmaps and modernization strategies.
• Identifying opportunities to leverage Microsoft platforms (Azure, M365, Dynamics 365).
• Driving innovation through adoption of emerging technologies and cloud‑first solutions.

Application Development & DevOps

• Supporting the full application lifecycle, from design through deployment and continuous improvement.
• Promoting best practices in development, including CI/CD, automated testing, and code quality standards.
• Leveraging tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, and cloud‑based delivery pipelines.

AI & Innovation

• Leading the evaluation and integration of AI‑enabled capabilities across applications.
• Defining architecture patterns and governance standards for responsible AI adoption.
• Ensuring alignment with data security, privacy, and ethical AI principles.

Technical Governance & Oversight

• Leading architecture reviews and ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.
• Identifying and mitigating risks related to performance, scalability, and security.
• Providing expert guidance on emerging technologies and frameworks.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Working closely with business, IT, and vendor stakeholders to deliver effective solutions.
• Translating business requirements into technical designs and communicating complex concepts clearly.
• Partnering with cross‑functional teams to ensure end‑to‑end solution alignment.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

• Developing and maintaining architecture documentation, standards, and design artifacts.
• Mentoring team members and promoting best practices across the organization.

Qualifications

• 8‑10+ years of experience in IT, with several years in software engineering and 5+ years focused on application or solution architecture.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure architecture and services; familiarity with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and related technologies.
• Strong background in software development; proficiency in C#/.NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python or Java; experience with modern frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience building and integrating AI capabilities using Microsoft 365 Copilot, Azure AI services, OpenAI, Anthropic Claude or similar.
• Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator preferred.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Experience in a professional services or regulated environment is an asset.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the firm and wellness and technology reimbursements.
• Competitive compensation, paid overtime and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday.
• Commitment to professional development and growth opportunities at all levels.
• Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Collaborative, cohesive culture that connects lawyers and business teams through a shared purpose.

McCarthy Tétrault is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.