IT Architect & Team Lead, Collabria Financial Inc

Desjardins Group; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian credit card issuer seeks an IT Architect & Team Lead to oversee a multidisciplinary team and manage IT systems supporting credit account management. This role combines technical leadership with strategic project management, requiring deep expertise in Azure and Salesforce. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in IT solutions implementation and team management, contributing to a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience; other qualifications may be considered.
• Certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, ITIL, Azure, Salesforce.
• Expert knowledge of Azure and advanced knowledge of Salesforce suite.

Responsibilities

• Guide work teams in designing and implementing IT solutions.
• Manage the lifecycle and modernization of platforms and tools.
• Lead HR functions for the team, including recruitment and performance evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Customer Focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Azure

Salesforce

Jira

Job description

This position is within a subsidiary of the Desjardins Group called Collabria Financial Inc. www.collabriafinancial.ca/

Collabria Financial Inc. is a leading Canadian credit card issuer specializing in white-label credit card programs for Canadian credit unions. We focus on serving both consumer and commercial members with a client-centric approach emphasizing convenience, security, and value. Our goal is to help credit unions deepen member relationships and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. What sets Collabria apart is our foundation in partnership, collaboration, and responsiveness. We offer credit unions the ability to personalize product offerings under their own brand, enhancing the member experience. As a fast-growing organization, we provide exciting opportunities for career advancement and innovation.

The IT Architect & Team Lead role at Collabria Financial Inc. involves both technical leadership and team management. You will support the manager by overseeing a multidisciplinary team and coordinating with external service providers to develop, maintain, and optimize IT systems that support revolving credit account granting and management. This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong leadership capabilities. You will guide your team through complex projects, ensure alignment with business goals, and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture. Your specific responsibilities will include:

1. Act as a technology expert and architectural lead, guiding work teams in designing, developing, and implementing IT solutions.
2. Maintain proactive communication with IT Security and secure necessary approvals promptly.
3. Collaborate with management to drive technology projects aligned with strategic objectives.
4. Ensure team goals are met and maintain high satisfaction among internal customers and business partners.
5. Manage the lifecycle and modernization of platforms and tools (e.g., Salesforce, Jira), including obsolescence planning and updates.
6. Oversee testing activities to meet quality standards and implement IT security practices in line with organizational policies.
7. Ensure compliance with external service provider contractual obligations and manage vendor relationships effectively.
8. Lead HR functions for the team, including recruitment, performance evaluations, talent development, and team building.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

*Benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.*

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience; other qualifications may be considered
• Certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, ITIL, Azure, Salesforce
• Experience in project management, IT solutions implementation, and master plan development
• Leadership or team management experience
• French language skills required for Quebec positions
• Advanced proficiency in English
• Expert knowledge of Azure
• Advanced knowledge of Salesforce suite (Service, Market, Data, Experience Cloud)
• Knowledge of the application development cycle and modern development approaches (Agile, DevSecOps)
• Expertise in IT fields such as development, quality assurance, project management, software architecture, and cloud computing
• Intermediate knowledge of the credit card market and retail banking industry

Action-oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble Learning, Strategic Mindset

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Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to welcoming, respecting, and valuing individuals for who they are, learning from differences, embracing uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. We have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. Our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients, and communities we serve.

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process or for the job, please let us know. We are happy to provide support at any stage.

Job Family

Management support and expertise support (FG)

Unposting Date

2025-06-04