IT Architecture Specialist

CAE; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 129,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Company benefits plan

Pension plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

CAE is seeking a Senior IT Architect to develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards, design end-to-end technology solutions, and ensure designs meet security, regulatory, and operational requirements.

Lead technical design sessions, collaborate with analysts, developers, and IT leadership, evaluate emerging technologies, and define integration patterns for hybrid on‑prem and cloud platforms while aiming for optimized performance and resilience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in IT architecture, solution design, or related roles.
• Experience implementing enterprise architecture standards and governance.
• Hands-on with Azure and/or AWS cloud platforms.
• Experience with virtualization, networking, and infra technologies.
• Knowledge of APIs, ESB, and microservices patterns.
• Security architecture principles and compliance knowledge.
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD practices.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards, frameworks, and guidelines.
• Design end-to-end technology solutions integrating applications, data, and infrastructure.
• Ensure architecture designs comply with security, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Lead technical design sessions and provide architectural guidance.
• Collaborate with business analysts, developers, PMs, and stakeholders.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide adoption recommendations.
• Define integration patterns for hybrid environments (on‑premises and cloud).
• Analyze and optimize system performance, scalability, reliability, and availability.
• Support monitoring, resilience, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Incorporate Government of Canada cybersecurity principles where applicable.
• Ensure data protection, privacy, and compliance standards.
• Serve as trusted advisor to business and IT leadership.
• Communicate technical concepts, risks, and recommendations clearly.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Solution design

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)

DevOps / CI/CD

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

APIs

ESB

Microservices

VNet/Networking

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards, frameworks, and guidelines.
• Design end-to-end technology solutions that integrate applications, data, and infrastructure components.
• Ensure architecture designs comply with security, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Lead technical design sessions and provide architectural guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with business analysts, developers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver technology solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations regarding adoption and implementation strategies.
• Define integration patterns for systems and applications operating across hybrid environments, including on-premises and cloud platforms.
• Analyze and optimize system performance, scalability, reliability, and availability.
• Support the implementation of monitoring, resilience, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Incorporate Government of Canada cybersecurity principles into architecture designs, where applicable.
• Ensure adherence to data protection, privacy, and compliance standards.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders and IT leadership.
• Communicate technical concepts, risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT architecture, solution design, systems architecture, or related technology roles.
• Experience developing and implementing enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and governance practices.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Experience with virtualization, networking, and enterprise infrastructure technologies.
• Knowledge of integration technologies and patterns, including APIs, enterprise service bus (ESB), and microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of security architecture principles and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience providing technical leadership and influencing architectural decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience supporting Flight Operations and/or Flight Training environments.
• Experience working within highly regulated industries or government-related environments.
• TOGAF certification.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect and/or Microsoft Azure Architect certification.
• CISSP certification.
• ITIL certification.

Benefits

• Company benefits plan
• Pension plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Career development opportunities within a global organization
• Hybrid work model
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs

Base Pay Range

Our total rewards package includes base pay and benefits, with final compensation determined by experience, skill, location, and internal equity.

$129400 - $179,400 CAD

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [e-mail] if needed.

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