Principal Technology Architect – AI Transformation Programs

Infosys; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Infosys is seeking a Principal Technology Architect in Banking to join our financial services Architecture team in the Toronto area. You will interface with end-users and IT stakeholders to gather requirements and drive technology modernization across enterprise programs.

The role emphasizes Cloud, Data, AI and digital engineering leadership, with a focus on modernizing legacy platforms and enabling product-centric technology delivery. Travel may be required, relocation to the area if needed.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of overall technology experience.
• 5+ years in Architecture or CTO advisory roles.
• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Interface with end-users, IT teams and stakeholders to gather system requirements.
• Provide value-adding consulting solutions across the software development lifecycle.
• Lead transformation programs within Banking and Financial Services and drive modernization initiatives.

Skills

Architecture leadership

CTO advisory

Enterprise transformation

Cloud & AI knowledge

Banking domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent

Job description

Infosys is seeking a Principal Technology Architect in Banking domain. The resource will be joining our financial services Architecture team, this is a specialized team with expertise in supporting Enterprise Architecture for Banking, Cards & Payments, Mortgage etc., domain projects. Candidate will be responsible to interface with end-users, IT teams and key stakeholders to gather system requirements. Will also apply technical proficiency across different stages of the software development life cycle including requirements elicitation; this opportunity is to be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued. You will also support knowledge transfer with the objective of providing value-adding consulting solutions that enable our clients to meet the changing needs of the global landscape.

Required Qualifications

• Candidate must be located within commuting distance of Toronto / Mississauga, Ontario or be willing to relocate to the area. This position may require travel.
• At least 15 years of overall technology experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in Architecture or CTO Advisory roles
• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the Canada without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role currently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale enterprise transformation programs within Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Capital Markets, or Payments.
• Proven experience driving Cloud, Data, AI, Digital Engineering, and/or technology modernization initiatives in complex enterprise environments.
• Strong banking and financial services domain knowledge, including banking and payments ecosystems.
• Experience leading or supporting core banking modernization, including transformation of legacy platforms and technology capabilities.
• Strong understanding of digital channels and customer-facing platforms, including modernization of digital banking experiences.
• Experience applying FinOps principles to support cloud financial management, cost optimization, and technology efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience with AI-enabled SDLC transformation, including the adoption of AI capabilities across software engineering and delivery practices.
• Experience implementing or operating within a Product Operating Model and enabling product-centric technology delivery.
• Ability to translate business and technology strategies into enterprise architecture, transformation roadmaps, and modernization priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic technology and architectural guidance to senior stakeholders and influence decisions across business and technology teams.
• Ability to balance innovation, modernization, operational resilience, governance, and business outcomes when shaping enterprise technology strategy.
• Good to have
• TOGAF or equivalent Enterprise Architecture certification
• Cloud architecture certification, such as Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, or equivalent
• AI/ML or Generative AI certification from a recognized technology provider
• Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) or DevOps certification
• Additional certifications in cloud, AI, platform engineering, or emerging technologies are considered an asset

The job entails sitting as well as working at a computer for extended periods of time. Should be able to communicate by telephone, email or face to face. Travel may be required as per the job requirements.

Estimated annual compensation range for the candidate based on the below location will be:

What Visa status are we accepting for this req?

Unable to Sponsor now or in the future

Additional Required Qualifications

The candidate will be measured on:

AI transformation deals influenced and won

AI use cases industrialized

Reusable AI assets and accelerators created

Architecture governance effectiveness

Productivity gains through AI adoption

Talent development and architect mentoring

Revenue growth from transformation programs

About Us

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in more than 50 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through their digital journey. We do it by enabling the enterprise with an AI-powered core that helps prioritize the execution of change. We also empower the business with agile digital at scale to deliver unprecedented levels of performance and customer delight. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.

EEO

Infosys provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.