Senior Consultant - Platform Architect - Technology Strategy and Transformation

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Total Rewards program

Professional development

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

EY is seeking a Senior Consultant - Platform Architect to join the Technology Strategy and Transformation team in Canada. You will design scalable enterprise architectures, support modernization, cloud migration and platform optimization for banking clients.

You will work with business stakeholders, architects, engineers and project teams to deliver transformative initiatives. The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and guiding developers while contributing to thought leadership and

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, IT, engineering or related field; master's preferred.
• 2–5+ years in technology architecture with digital transformation in financial services.
• Proven platform architect and cross-functional team leadership experience.
• Strong cloud, data analytics, AI technologies and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Hands-on infra, platform engineering or DevOps background; AI workloads in production.
• Proficient in Python and IaC; deep containerization experience (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, AWS EKS, Azure AKS).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise platform and application architectures aligned with business objectives.
• Gather requirements and translate them into scalable, secure solutions.
• Lead modernization, cloud migration, digital transformation and platform optimization.
• Develop architecture artifacts, roadmaps and integration patterns.
• Assess current ecosystems and identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Support technology platform evaluation and architectural approaches.
• Collaborate with engineering, security, data and product teams to align objectives.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise standards, security and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in architecture reviews, workshops and governance forums.
• Provide mentorship to developers and junior consultants; support business development.

Skills

Platform architecture

Cloud computing

Python

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

AI workloads

APIs

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

AWS EKS

Azure AKS

Job description

Senior Consultant - Platform Architect - Technology Strategy and Transformation

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Sep 23, 2026

Requisition ID: 1747027

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The opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior, Platform Architect to join our Technology Strategy and Transformation team supporting our banking team. In this role, you will help banking clients design and implement modern technology platforms that enable business transformation, innovation, and operational excellence. You will work closely with business stakeholders, architects, engineers, and project teams to define scalable solution architectures, modernize application landscapes, and support the successful delivery of complex transformation initiatives.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of enterprise platform and application architectures aligned with client business objectives and technology strategies.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, and maintainable solution architectures.
• Contribute to application modernization, cloud migration, digital transformation, and platform optimization initiatives.
• Develop architecture artifacts including solution designs, architecture diagrams, integration patterns, technical roadmaps, and implementation recommendations.
• Assess current-state technology ecosystems and identify opportunities for process improvement, platform enhancement, consolidation, and innovation.
• Support the evaluation and selection of technology platforms, tools, and architectural approaches.
• Work closely with engineering, infrastructure, security, data, and product teams to ensure architecture decisions support business and technical objectives.
• Ensure solutions adhere to enterprise architecture standards, security requirements, regulatory considerations, and industry best practices.
• Participate in architecture reviews, design workshops, technical discussions, and governance forums.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to developers and junior consultants throughout project delivery.
• Support business development activities including client presentations, solution demonstrations, proposal development, and client workshops.
• Contribute to thought leadership, methodology development, reusable assets, and innovation initiatives within the Technology Strategy & Transformation practice.
• Stay current on industry trends, banking technology platforms, cloud technologies, AI-enabled solutions, and digital modernization approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 2- 5+ years of experience in technology architecture, design, and implementation, with a focus on digital transformation in a financial services environment.
• Proven experience as a platform architect
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex technology projects.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically and analytically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Hands on background in infrastructure, platform engineering, or DevOps, with direct experience supporting AI workloads in production.
• Proficiency in Python and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, with deep experience in containerisation and orchestration platforms, including Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, AWS EKS and ECS, and Azure AKS.
• Working knowledge of major cloud AI ecosystems and open-source platforms.
• Working knowledge of agentic AI monitoring and observability suites.
• Hands on experience building and deploying AI agents using open frameworks such as LangGraph and CrewAI, as well as proprietary cloud based agentic platforms.
• Deep experience in API integration and development.
• Consulting or professional services experience is strongly preferred.
• Willingness to work ET

What We Offer

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development through training and mentorship.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to work with leading organizations across various industries and make a meaningful impact.

What we offer you

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

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