Application Architect

Community Living BC; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Application Architect to lead the design of enterprise software systems. The successful candidate will collaborate with development teams, mentor colleagues, and enhance legacy systems. Applicants must have strong experience in application architecture and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field. This role offers a hybrid working model and a range of benefits including health insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

BC Public Service Pension plan with employer contributions

Generous vacation plus personal days

Paid maternity/parental/adoption leave

Wellness supports

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in application architecture.
• Proven experience in systems analysis and software development.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise application architecture.
• Provide technical leadership to development teams.
• Conduct code reviews and improve code quality.

Skills

Application architecture

Software development lifecycle

Agile development

Technical leadership

Object-oriented design

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Diploma in Information Technology

Tools

C#

.NET

SQL (T-SQL / PL-SQL)

PostgreSQL

AWS

Job description

We are honoured to be again selected as one of B.C.'s Top Employers.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute your experience, knowledge, and passion in a meaningful way, CLBC is the place for you!

Co mmunity Living British Columbia (CLBC) is a Crown corporation responsible for arranging supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. CLBC staff strive to advance the vision of Communities of belonging, lives with connection.

Term / Status : Permanent, Full-time (70 hours bi-weekly)

Classification / Salary : IS R30 / Position starts at $90,797.03 annually plus a 9.9% bi-weekly market adjustment ($8,988.81 annually)

Team : IT - Information Technology

Location : Vancouver Head Office (hybrid)

At CLBC, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all people with relevant skills, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized people, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ2+IA. For accommodation needs, please contact at any stage of the hiring process.

Visit our Careers at CLBC page to learn more about working at CLBC, what we offer, and tips for the interview process.

About the opportunity :

As an Application Architect at CLBC, you will lead the design and development of enterprise-scale software systems that support our organization's mission. You'll work closely with development teams to ensure that technical solutions align with business goals and long-term strategy, driving innovation, consistency, and maintainability across CLBC's application landscape.

This role blends hands-on architecture with team leadership, guiding best practices in coding, code review, technical standards, and performance optimization. You'll also play a critical role in modernizing legacy systems, reducing technical debt, and supporting high-impact business systems used across the province.

Key responsibilities :

• Design and maintain enterprise application architecture that supports large-scale, multi-year systems
• Provide expert technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring best practices are followed
• Conduct code reviews and identify technical debt, leading initiatives to resolve it and improve code quality
• Collaborate with solution teams to assess business needs and provide effective technical design and integration strategies
• Develop, test, and maintain both internally developed and packaged business systems and interfaces
• Provide Tier 3 support to resolve high-impact technical issues, acting as a subject matter expert
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to development standards, tools, and processes
• Support the evolution of CLBC's systems through continuous research, planning, and solution design
• Ensure application solutions align with CLBC's architectural standards, project goals, and user needs

What you'll bring :

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience

or a diploma in Information Technology with at least 10 years of related experience

or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Proven experience in application architecture, systems analysis, software development, and production support

Strong background in the full software development lifecycle, Agile development, and change management practices

Advanced knowledge of object-oriented design, SOA, and SOLID principles

Experience with technologies such as :

C#, .NET, SQL (T-SQL / PL-SQL), PostgreSQL, Oracle DB, SSIS, Telerik, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Powershell, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Git, TeamCity, Octopus Deploy, AWS, Active Directory, Visual Studio, IIS, and XML

Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on implementation

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Experience building collaborative relationships across business and IT teams

We're also looking for :

Expertise in designing, supporting, and modernizing complex enterprise systems

Demonstrated ability to lead and influence development teams to adopt best practices and technical standards

A commitment to innovation, continuous learning, and staying current with industry trends and technologies

Experience in the public sector or community-based services is an asset

Knowledge of CLBC's core business systems and integration needs is an asset

Benefits :

A rewarding career at CLBC comes with great benefits including :

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

A BC Public Service Pension plan with employer contributions

Generous vacation plus additional personal days

Paid maternity / parental / adoption leave

Life insurance, paid sick days, and, if needed, long-term disability

Wellness supports, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development funds and resources to encourage continuous learning and skill development

Access to government discounts to travel, cell phones, and more!

Additional Info :

At CLBC, we are committed to providing equitable compensation, recognizing that salary negotiation can be a barrier for some groups. We will engage in an objective analysis to determine a starting salary that is grounded in principles of equity and fairness

Successful applicants are subject to a Criminal Record Check.

Closing date : Open until filled

Apply now! To be considered, please submit an application online.