Software Architect, Software and Platform Architecture (T & I) (Telework/Hybrid)

Radio Canada International; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Canada seeks a Software Architect to lead the evolution of software architecture and cloud platforms. This hybrid role involves working with innovative technologies, guiding teams, and ensuring best practices in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a strong background in software architecture and cloud technologies, along with leadership skills to coach junior developers. Enjoy a creative workplace with opportunities for professional development and a competitive rewards package.

Benefits

Four weeks of vacation per year

Work from home opportunities

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for continued learning and professional development

A creative and dynamic work environment

A supportive management team committed to diversity and inclusivity

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years experience in application development & coding.
• Minimum three years experience in application architecture/design.
• Strong experience provisioning and managing Azure, AWS environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the evolution and governance of Software Architecture and Cloud Platforms.
• Define Cloud Governance and Architectural guidelines.
• Guide DevOps specialists and Developers.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Creativity

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

.Net

Python

Powershell

JavaScript

Terraform

Jenkins

Ansible

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Job description

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Software Architect, Software and Platform Architecture (T & I) (Telework/Hybrid)

Apply locations Montreal, QC Toronto, ON Ottawa, ON time type Full time posted on Posted 8 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 22, 2025 (5 days left to apply) job requisition id JR00004070

Position Title:

Software Architect, Software and Platform Architecture (T & I) (Telework/Hybrid)

Status of Employment:

Permanent

Position Language Requirement:

English, French

Language Skills:

English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced), French (Reading - C - Advanced), French (Speaking - C - Advanced), French (Writing - C - Advanced)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2025-05-21 11:59 PM

Behind the scenes, but ahead of the curve: help us develop the next-generation public broadcaster.

Technology and Infrastructures (T&I) is the backbone and the future forward arm of CBC/Radio-Canada. We are the people that make stuff work. We make connections; between media content, systems, people and places. We are the space in between.

Software Architecture Platforms is a department within Architecture and Strategic Development that is part of Governance and Engineering, T&I.

A place with purpose. CBC/Radio-Canada has always been a highly-regarded pioneer of media technology. Not just in Canada, but around the world. Today, we’re transforming ourselves from conventional radio and television broadcaster into a modern digital media company. Technology is the driving force. T&I is the team making it happen.

This is a hybrid role with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.

Your role

The Software and Platform Architecture Team is looking for a creative, highly skilled and talented Lead Architect with deep Subject Matter Expertise in both Software Architecture and Cloud Platforms for our downtown Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal Office location.

Reporting to the Director of Software and Platform Architecture, you will be responsible for establishing, leading and contributing to the Software Architecture and Cloud Platforms evolution and governance.

This role will join an existing team of architects who have a focus on software and platforms architecture best practices leading to tangible business outcomes by addressing efficiency through automation.

As part of the Architecture and Strategic Development Department you will leave your mark by facilitating and onboarding new Development Tools, Technologies and defining and implementing Platform Architectures.

You will enjoy innovative work in a creative and dynamic work environment, working with leading technologies, and opportunities for continued professional development.

How will you make an impact?

As the Lead Architect, you will:

• Participate in the development and implementation of Cloud strategies that support technology advancement and cost strategies.
• Participate in defining Cloud Governance and Architectural guidelines for our software and platforms.
• Define the common software engineering technology stacks and toolchains.
• Develop proof of concept prototypes to define high level and detailed architecture solutions and participate in their implementation.
• Assess new technologies and approaches as assigned in a fast-paced agile delivery environment.
• Guide and coach DevOps specialists, Application Solution Architects and Developers, including reviewing solution architecture for both on prem and cloud solutions.
• Provide technical leadership to more junior developers for complex technical issues related to coding and design.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the architecture of our applications.
• Incorporate “Secure by Design” concepts, practices and tools into the software development lifecycle.
• Define, encourage and support the use of Infrastructure as Code practices.

Perks you can look forward to:

• Four weeks of vacation per year
• Work from home opportunities
• Competitive total rewards package
• Opportunities to work with cutting edge technology
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development - including access to e-learning services, customized courses and certification opportunities;
• Opportunities to become a member of our Employee Resource Groups
• A creative and dynamic work environment, where your ideas and contributions can be heard, valued and respected
• A supportive management team committed to upholding the highest standards of diversity and inclusivity

What you bring to our team

• Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science (or related field)
  • A Minimum eight (8) years experience in application development & coding with progressively senior roles (eg. Senior Developer)
  • Minimum three (3) years experience in application architecture/design
  • Proven familiarity with software architecture design patterns and their application
  • Minimum two (3) years of experience with Cloud (Azure, AWS, Google) hosted deployments (automated and manual) supporting Continuous Integration and Delivery for Application Development
  • Strong experience provisioning, operating, and managing Azure, AWS environments (Certification is a major asset)
  • Strong Experience with programming or scripting languages (.Net, Python, Powershell, PowerCLI, Javascript, Terraform)
  • In-depth knowledge of operating systems and system administration, including a solid knowledge of Linux, UNIX and Windows systems and virtualization technologies (VMWare
  • In-depth knowledge of CI/CD (Jenkins, Ansible, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions etc)
  • In-depth knowledge of infrastructure configurations, network protocols, security and performance monitoring
  • Experience working in an Agile delivery environment (SCRUM certification is an asset)
• Desired Skills
  • Ability to stay current with the latest technologies, trends and development approaches and architectures
  • Ability to multitask and deal with concurrent and/or conflicting priorities
  • Analytical mind and open-minded approach to problem solving
  • Self starter with strong ability to lead through influence
  • Strong communication and coaching skills
  • Creative and Innovative
  • Excellent team player
  • Ability to work with remote teams
  • Bilingualism (English and French)

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:

• A mandatory Criminal record check.

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to [e-mail] .

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest . In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time

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