Software Solution Architecture Advisor

IA Financial Services Inc.; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Competitive pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Vacation, wellness and personal dev.

Telemedicine

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iA Financial Group is seeking a Software Solution Architecture Advisor to drive digital transformation in Group Insurance, Savings and Retirement programs. You will translate business needs into scalable architectures and oversee end-to-end delivery, collaborating with stakeholders across Canada in a hybrid work environment.

You will lead architecture governance, review decisions, and ensure alignment with corporate standards, while guiding delivery teams through complex, multi-project

Responsibilities

• Translate business and technology requirements into solutions and ensure deliverables comply with architecture guidelines
• Provide leadership in solution reviews and approve architecture decisions per corporate guidelines
• Ensure solutions are integrated within ecosystems and anticipate issues
• Oversee end-to-end solution integrity from design to delivery and validate requirements via tests
• Provide multidisciplinary leadership to delivery teams including designers, analysts, developers, and external collaborators
• Contribute to project success by managing timelines, scope and budgets
• Maintain traceability of architecture decisions and ensure documentation is up to date
• Apply enterprise architecture methodology and standards
• Monitor obsolescence of applications/technologies and recommend actions
• Contribute to prioritization and remediation plans with stakeholders
• Act as application owner within the enterprise repository and keep information accurate
• Stay updated on trends in architecture to ensure compliance with standards

Job description

Build the future with us Are you passionate about digital transformation and looking to contribute to the purpose of a company that strives to ensure its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Software Solution Architecture Advisor, you will play a key role in the transformation of the Group Insurance, Savings and Retirement sector and in the delivery of the Horizon program. You will contribute to building a strong technology foundation aimed at improving the quality of services provided to stakeholders, simplifying processes and tools for employees, supporting the organization’s growth, and increasing technological and administrative efficiency. This role is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and reach your full potential within a caring and trusted company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of what we do, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you’ll accomplish with us

• Translate business and technology requirements into solutions and ensure that deliverables comply with the defined architecture, including system, technology and organizational requirements
• Provide leadership in the governance of solution reviews, and propose, review and approve architecture decisions in accordance with corporate guidelines
• Ensure solutions are aligned and integrated within the appropriate ecosystems, anticipate potential issues and recommend pragmatic workarounds when necessary
• Ensure the integrity and quality of end-to-end solutions, from design through delivery, including by overseeing implementation and validating requirements based on test results
• Provide multidisciplinary leadership to delivery teams, including designers, analysts and developers, as well as external collaborators and vendors
• Contribute to project success by facilitating the management of timelines, scope and budgets
• Maintain traceability of architecture decisions, certify project technical documentation and ensure that permanent documentation is kept up to date
• Ensure the application of the organization’s architecture methodology and processes, as well as compliance with the guidelines, standards, tools and methods established by Enterprise Architecture
• Take ownership of application, component and technology obsolescence matters by monitoring developments, assessing impacts and risks, and recommending appropriate courses of action, including replacement, upgrades or retirement
• Contribute to prioritization and remediation plans in collaboration with various stakeholders
• Act as the application owner within the enterprise repository and ensure that information related to the applications and technologies under your responsibility is accurate and up to date
• Continuously monitor trends and emerging approaches in architecture to promote solutions that comply with corporate standards and guidelines

What could accelerate your success in this role

• Holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science, business computing, information systems, computer or software engineering, mathematics, or another relevant field of study at an equivalent level
• Has 12 years of experience in information technology, including at least 7 years as an architecture professional working on major projects and within large organizations
• Demonstrates leadership with multidisciplinary teams composed of both internal and external resources
• Has a strong ability to manage multiple dimensions of complex initiatives simultaneously
• Stands out for their communication skills and ability to explain complex concepts in clear and accessible terms
• Has excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrates a high tolerance for ambiguity, uncertainty and frequent change
• Is familiar with enterprise architecture frameworks, including TOGAF and Zachman
• Has experience designing high-volume, high-availability applications and systems
• Has a strong knowledge and understanding of strategic information technologies
• Has experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), DevOps, Agile methodologies, MVP, LEAN and ITIL
• Has an advanced level of proficiency in both French and English, as the incumbent will be required to collaborate daily, both verbally and in writing, with unilingual English-speaking partners, teams and stakeholders located across Canada

Why you’ll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development come together with a collective pursuit of excellence
• Artificial intelligence in everyone’s hands, helping you increase your personal effectiveness while contributing to the organization’s growth
• A healthy, safe, equitable and inclusive environment where everyone’s potential can thrive and develop
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces

Competitive benefits

• Flexible group insurance
• Competitive pension plan
• Stock purchase plan
• Vacation, wellness and personal development days
• Telemedicine
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Ergonomic furniture program
• Performance bonus
• Discounts on iA products
• And much more!

Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue Company iA Financial Group Posting End Date 2026-12-07

Company Overview

iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.

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As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes.