Architect - EUC and Modern Workplace Technology

Giant Tiger; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 107,600 - 157,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store Discount

Parental leave top‑up

Recognition program

Job summary

Giant Tiger seeks an Architect for EUC and Modern Workplace Technology to shape the technology landscape for stores, Home Office, and the Montréal Buying Office. This hybrid Ottawa Home Office role requires collaboration in our test store lab and across multiple teams.

You will drive technical and security roadmaps for EUC, mobile and collaboration platforms, partnering with Enterprise Architecture and Information Security to meet current and future business needs.

Qualifications

• University degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or information systems with 5+ years related to Microsoft M365, InTune and Azure experience.
• Real‑world experience delivering enterprise grade collaboration, mobile device management and workplace technologies.
• A thorough understanding of existing and emerging M365 and related core technologies.
• Strong project management skills for planning and leadership.
• Ability to evaluate EUC/workplace technologies for enterprise use.
• Experience procuring consultants and services to deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, develop, and document the technical vision and roadmap for EUC and modern workplace technologies for stores, Home Office, and Montréal Buying Office.
• Coordinate, develop, and document the security vision and roadmap for EUC and modern workplace technologies with Information Security.
• Ensure EUC, mobile, and modern workplace infrastructure is secure, available, and cost‑effective.
• Ensure Teams, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365 are secure, managed, and up to date for collaboration.
• Establish and maintain patch management processes for EUC and workplace technologies.

Skills

Microsoft M365

InTune

Azure

Project management

Security governance

Vendor management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

University degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or information systems

Tools

Microsoft M365

Intune

Azure

Job description

Who We Are

At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. As part of our store support team, your work directly impacts stores across the country and drives the value that our customers see on the shelves.

Job Title

Architect - EUC and Modern Workplace Technology

About This Role

This posting represents an opportunity to shape the technology landscape for Giant Tiger’s stores, Home Office, and the Montréal Buying Office. Our hybrid role at our Ottawa Home Office gives you flexibility while allowing onsite collaboration in our test store lab.

Workplace Arrangements

This is a hybrid role based out of our Ottawa Home Office. While there are no set in‑office days, the successful candidate must be willing and able to work onsite as needed to utilize our test store lab and support testing, validation, and implementation activities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinate, develop, and document the technical vision and roadmap for End User Computing (EUC) and modern workplace technologies that enable and support Giant Tiger stores, Home Office, the Montréal Buying Office, and all team members, partnering with Enterprise Architecture to ensure the strategy meets current and future business needs.
• Coordinate, develop, and document the security vision and roadmap for EUC and modern workplace technologies that protect store, Home Office, and Montréal Buying Office environments, partnering with Information Security to ensure solutions align with organizational security policies, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure EUC, mobile, and modern workplace infrastructure is secure, available, current, recoverable, optimized, scalable, and cost‑effective to deliver a reliable technology experience for store teams, Home Office, the Montréal Buying Office, and all Giant Tiger team members while supporting business growth.
• Ensure messaging and collaboration platforms (Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft 365) are secure, well‑managed, maintained, recoverable, and up to date, following best practices to maximize collaboration and productivity for employees across stores, Home Office, and the Montréal Buying Office.
• Establish and maintain documented patch management processes for EUC and workplace technologies supporting stores, Home Office, and the Montréal Buying Office, ensuring compliance with Information Security policies and standards while minimizing business disruption.

What You’ll Bring

• University degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or information systems with 5+ years related to Microsoft M365, InTune and Azure experience.
• Real‑world experience and a proven track record in delivering enterprise grade collaboration, mobile device management and workplace technologies.
• A thorough understanding of existing and emerging M365 and related core technologies.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, providing planning and implementation leadership.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend EUC and workplace technologies to be used within the enterprise.
• Deep knowledge and experience using professional services for the planning, delivery, and support of EUC and workplace technologies.
• Experience procuring consultants, service providers and other professional services to deliver solutions to the business.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies, Linux, O365, mobile device management, end‑point protection/detection (EPP)/(EDR) and PKI infrastructure.
• A passion for assessing emerging technologies and staying abreast of industry trends and determining how they may influence department strategy.
• Expertise in road‑map development and the integration of EUC and workplace technologies into existing enterprise technology landscape.
• Technically adept and knowledgeable with established relationships with key vendors, including Microsoft, IBM, Apple, Dell, Crestron, and other enterprise vendors.
• Demonstrated expertise in data reporting, metrics, and analysis.
• Minimum 3 years experience leading and mentoring a team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across geographically dispersed teams and communicate technical concepts, solutions, and project updates to technical, business, and executive stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking skills, combined with sound business acumen and the ability to develop innovative solutions.
• Highly self‑motivated and collaborative, demonstrating initiative, resilience under pressure, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in deadline‑driven environments.

Total Rewards

Salary: $107,600.00 – $157,600.00

Short‑Term Incentive Plan: Bonus – Short‑Term Incentive Plan, 15% Annual

Retirement Support: Bonus – Management Profit Sharing Plan (MPSP), 15% Annual

In addition to the salary and bonus framework, Giant Tiger offers comprehensive well‑being benefits, flexible cost‑shared health and dental benefits, annual paid time off, and additional paid holiday time between Christmas and New Year’s.

What Giant Tiger Offers

• Competitive Compensation: The salary range for this position is listed above. Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.
• Short‑Term Incentive Plan: This role includes an annual bonus opportunity based on the percentage of base salary listed above, with payout determined by company and individual performance.
• Retirement Support: This role is eligible for company‑funded retirement savings, with contributions made on your behalf. The specific retirement program and contribution level are noted above.
• Health Benefits and Paid Time Off: Access to our flexible, cost‑shared health and dental benefits (available on hire) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days, plus additional paid holiday time between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long‑term career.
• Extra Giant Tiger Perks
  • Store Discount
  • Parental leave salary top‑up
  • Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks
  • Safety first environment

Location

2480 Walkley Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 6A9

Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment. Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices. Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact [e-mail].