Lead CMS Solutions Architect

Momentum Financial Services Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Toronto is seeking a Lead CMS Solutions Architect to drive CMS strategy and execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in CMS solutions and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer digital experiences. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset with a focus on compliance and user experience.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Retirement Plans

Hybrid Work Environment

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in CMS development and architecture.
• At least 3 years in a senior or architect role.
• Proven experience leading technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the enterprise-wide CMS architecture.
• Lead development and customization of CMS functionality.
• Define governance models for content workflows.

Skills

Expertise in enterprise-grade CMS solutions

Hands-on experience with REST APIs

Cloud platform expertise

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Contentful

AWS

Docker

Job description

Who We Are
At Momentum Financial Services Group, we help people move forward by reimagining how money works for those who need it most. With more than 40 years of experience, we’re the team behind Money Mart—Canada’s largest non-bank branch network—and a leader in financial solutions for underserved communities.

From short-term loans to money transfers and prepaid cards, we power the products, technology, and operations that connect millions of customers each year to the money they need, when they need it.

At MFSG, we work together across teams and functions to create something bigger than ourselves: solutions that remove barriers and give people access to money they might not get anywhere else. Whether you’re solving problems, building systems, or shaping strategy, your work fuels real support for real people.

• Compensation Philosophy – Competitive pay aligned with experience and market standards
• Discretionary Annual Bonus – Rewarding both individual and company performance
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health and dental coverage with premiums fully paid, plus access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plans – Helping you plan and save for the future
• Hybrid Work Environment – Flexibility to balance remote and in-office collaboration; enjoy our corporate HQ spaces designed for teamwork and creativity
• Perks and Rewards – Tuition reimbursement, professional development support, discounts through Perkopolis, and recognition programs that celebrate your impact

The Job: Lead CMS Solutions Architect
The Lead CMS Solutions Architect is the enterprise technical leader responsible for architecting, governing, and optimizing our Content Management System (Contentful). Reporting to the VP, Digital Channels, you will drive strategy and execution for CMS design, integration, security, scalability, and performance. You’ll partner with Product, UX, Marketing, and Engineering to ensure our CMS underpins an exceptional digital experience for customers while meeting compliance and operational requirements.

What You’ll Do

• CMS Architecture & Strategy – Own the enterprise-wide CMS architecture; design scalable, secure, and efficient solutions; create standards, patterns, and best practices to ensure consistency across teams and platforms
• Solution Development & Delivery – Lead development and customization of CMS functionality; oversee back-end and front-end engineering efforts; ensure responsive, performant, and accessible design across web and mobile channels
• Integration & API Leadership – Develop and manage integrations between CMS and other enterprise systems, including CRM, marketing automation, and analytics platforms; leverage REST/GraphQL APIs and microservices to ensure interoperability
• Governance & Content Operations – Define governance models for content workflows, versioning, and permissions; partner with content strategy teams to ensure compliance, reusability, and scalability
• Security, Compliance & Risk – Embed security standards into CMS design and operations; ensure compliance with privacy regulations, accessibility standards, and industry security frameworks; partner with InfoSec on controls and risk mitigation
• Performance Optimization – Monitor CMS performance, optimize workflows, storage, and API calls; implement monitoring dashboards and alerting for uptime and user experience; continuously refine the platform for scalability
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Act as a design and technical thought partner to UX, Product, Marketing, and Engineering teams; ensure customer insights and business requirements are embedded into CMS solutions
• Leadership & Mentorship – Lead, mentor, and coach development teams and vendors; provide architectural oversight, technical guidance, and code reviews; foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Stay ahead of emerging CMS trends and tools; recommend new capabilities to keep experiences modern, competitive, and customer-first

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• Expertise in enterprise-grade CMS solutions (Contentful preferred), including architecture, configuration, and optimization
• Hands-on experience with REST APIs, GraphQL, and microservices design
• Cloud platform expertise (AWS, Azure, or GCP) with exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of SEO, accessibility (WCAG), localization, and content governance frameworks
• Familiarity with personalization, A/B testing, analytics tagging, and tracking customer journeys across CMS-driven channels
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to balance speed, scalability, and stability in solutions
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills, able to translate technical concepts into business outcomes
• Strategic, customer-first mindset with the ability to drive alignment across product, content, and engineering

Education + Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in CMS development and architecture, with at least 3 years in a senior or architect role
• Proven experience leading or mentoring technical teams in large-scale enterprise settings
• Hands-on experience with cloud CMS integrations, personalization engines, and analytics tools
• Strong experience managing vendors or offshore development partners
• Certifications in CMS, cloud architecture, or related technologies are an asset

Are you ready to own the architecture and roadmap for CMS solutions that will shape how millions of customers experience our digital ecosystem? Apply today and help us define the future of digital engagement.

#SJ

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