Senior Applications Architect

Cynet Systems Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Enterprise Architect with over 15 years of experience in various architecture frameworks. This role emphasizes developing governance artefacts for application, technology, security, and information architecture, leveraging extensive knowledge of the Zachman Framework and TOGAF. The ideal candidate will excel in creating Microsoft Power Platform solutions and have a strong grasp of Azure technologies. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, where your expertise will shape the future of enterprise architecture and drive impactful solutions across diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture frameworks.
• Deep knowledge in Azure Blob Storage capabilities and integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Enterprise Architecture governance artefacts.
• Drive consensus among stakeholders with conflicting priorities.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Zachman Framework

TOGAF

Microsoft Power Platform

Azure Cloud Services

DevOps

Agile Methodology

Microservices Architecture

AI and ML Implementation

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Power Automate

Azure DevOps

Azure Blob Storage

REST API

Job description

Job Description:

Must-Have Skills:

• 15+ years of experience with different Enterprise architecture frameworks, such as Zachman, TOGAF.
• Experience in developing Enterprise Architecture governance artefacts for application, technology, security and information architecture; including but not limited to detailed knowledge of the Zachman Architecture framework, AGP Governance, Threat and Risk Assessment (TRA) and CSA, Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA).
• Technical skills and experience on Microsoft Power Platform based business solutions using Model Driven Application development, Power Automate, Microsoft Azure Cloud Services, Azure.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements:

Architecture Experience (80%):

• Experience in Enterprise Architecture for application, technology, security and information architecture; including but not limited to: detailed knowledge of the Zachman Architecture framework, AGP Governance, PIA and TRA/RMR processes; including knowledge of CSA for high sensitive data mitigation in the cloud.
• Knowledge of the record keeping and retention requirements; including detailed knowledge of the required meta data attributes to support these requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform based business solutions using Model Driven Application development, Power Automate, Microsoft Azure Cloud Services, Azure AD, Microsoft Azure Storage, Microsoft Azure DevOps, and other Azure technologies.
• Deep knowledge in Azure Blob Storage capabilities including integration from Power Platform using Blob Storage REST API and Metadata Support to cover record keeping and retention needs.
• Knowledge of Integration architecture specifically in Security, including OAuth, Entra ID, OBO, Conditional Access, MFA.
• Knowledge of the Medallion Architecture.
• Experience with Enterprise architecture, general and industry-specific data modeling standards, different types of data, process and object modeling, applications, frameworks, database technologies, data warehousing, knowledge management and data security management, to lead the development of policies, standards and plans.
• Experience in development and implementation of microservices architectures, service mesh and customer experience portals. Some knowledge and experience in AI and ML implementation.
• Experience working with DevOps engineers to design and implement an end-to-end CI/CD pipeline for the application and ensure performance and reliability of production environments.
• Experience working in a test-driven development environment.
• Expertise to influence testing strategy and guide test automation.
• Perform peer review and ensure quality at every stage of the product development lifecycle.
• Recommend and implement changes to reference architecture, development frameworks and design patterns.
• Promotes industry standards and best practices with the product teams.

Communication, Stakeholder Management and Problem Solving (20%):

• Experience with Agile methodology and practices.
• Ability to work across various divisions and multiple stakeholders; internal and external.
• Experience working with infrastructure, security and operations teams.
• Driving consensus among stakeholders with conflicting priorities or perspectives.
• Demonstrated commitment and proven ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of project management frameworks such as Agile and how to integrate them into the project artifacts.
• Clearly presenting complex ideas to senior executives and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent management of assigned responsibilities, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Written and oral communications skills to consult and clarify needs, present information, options and recommendations, explain technical concepts and terminology and architecture-related topics to peers/clients/stakeholders.