Infrastructure Architect

Global Technical Talent; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is searching for an Infrastructure Architect/Solutions Architect to provide strategic guidance and ensure alignment of architectural decisions with enterprise goals. This role involves developing architecture frameworks and providing consultation on complex projects. Candidates with over 10 years of relevant experience and expertise in solutions architecture and database management are encouraged to apply. This position is hybrid and contracts are available.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in architecture and solutions design.
• Proven Solutions Architect and Solution Design experience is mandatory.
• Experience with Database management and networking.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop architecture frameworks and strategies.
• Analyze business needs and recommend optimal technology solutions.
• Oversee vendor engagement and contribute to contract negotiations.

Skills

Solutions Architect experience

Solution Design experience

Database management expertise

Network experience

Education

CSA Certification

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

Primary Job Title:Infrastructure Architect/Solutions Architect
Location:Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Shift/Work Schedule:Monday-Friday, Core Business Hours
Date Posted: 7/11/25
Employment Type: Contract
Salary Range: C$78 - 93/hr Job Description:

The Infrastructure Architect / Solutions Architect will provide strategic guidance across technology and business teams, ensuring architectural options and decisions align with enterprise goals and total cost of ownership considerations. The architect will lead or support the design, development, and implementation of enterprise architecture strategies, frameworks, and standards while also playing a key consultative role on high-impact and high-risk projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop architecture frameworks, including strategies, policies, principles, and standards

• Develop enterprise or segment-specific technology roadmaps and planning documentation

• Review, approve, and guide blueprints, development specifications, and system designs

• Analyze business needs and recommend optimal technology solutions

• Provide expert consultation on complex initiatives and high-risk projects

• Ensure alignment of project activities with architecture and development standards

• Lead or participate in project planning, technical risk analysis, and pre/post implementation reviews

• Oversee vendor engagement and contribute to contract negotiations as needed

• Coach and mentor technical teams, while fostering cross-functional collaboration

• Influence product direction, foresee architectural issues, and identify emerging trends

• Continuously develop and share domain-specific knowledge across teams

• Act as a senior-level contributor with deep expertise in architecture domains (Enterprise, Data, Application, Technology)

Qualifications: Years of Experience:

• 10+ years

Must Have:

• Proven Solutions Architect and Solution Design experience

• CSA Certification

• Experience with ServiceNow

• Database management expertise

• Network experience

Nice to Have:

• CTA Designation

• Banking sector experience

• Background in consulting environments

About the Company:

Top 10 Bank in Canada and North America
A leading financial institution offering a full spectrum of retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking services. Our focus is to help clients thrive in a rapidly changing financial environment through innovative, secure, and client-focused solutions.

About GTT:

Global Technical Talent (GTT) is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned and economically disadvantaged company based in Alaska. We support inclusive hiring practices and partner with clients in banking, insurance, finance, tech, biotech, utilities, and retail across North America. Let us help you take the next step in your career!

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