Solution Architect

MatchBox Consulting Group; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Solution Architect for a permanent role in Burnaby, Canada. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in scalable system design, mentoring experience, and hands-on development skills in modern technologies like Node.js and ASP.NET Core. This role will balance high-level architectural vision with practical implementation and collaboration across teams, contributing significantly to the organization's technical strategy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in application development with relevant technologies.
• 4+ years in a solution or enterprise architect role.
• Strong understanding of PCI and TQS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Define and enforce software development best practices.
• Lead architectural design for new initiatives.
• Mentor team members and conduct code reviews.

Skills

Architectural design

Application Development

Security Standards

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Sitecore XM Cloud Developer Certification

Tools

Node.js

ASP.NET Core

TypeScript

Next.js

AWS

MS SQL Server

Job description

MatchBox Consulting Group is currently seeking a Solution Architect for a permanent role with a client of ours located in Burnaby (Hybrid set-up 2 days on site and 3 days remote).

Who you are :

You’re an experienced architect and developer who’s passionate about building scalable, maintainable, and secure systems

You lead by example—translating best practices into practical implementation, mentoring team members, and holding the bar high for code quality

You’re a forward thinker who keeps current with evolving technologies, frameworks, and compliance standards like PCI and TQS

You thrive on collaboration, balancing big-picture architectural vision with detailed system design and development

You communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, from developers to senior stakeholders

You take pride in solving complex problems and improving system performance, security, and reliability

What you’ll do :

Define, implement, and enforce software development best practices, standards, and design patterns across teams

Lead architectural design for both new initiatives and enhancements to existing business systems

Act as a technical mentor, conducting code reviews and ensuring compliance with security and quality standards

Work hands-on in application development (50% of your time) using technologies such as Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, and ASP.NET Core

Identify and resolve design or performance issues in critical business systems

Guide teams through TQS and PCI compliance requirements, auditing processes, and recommending remediation strategies

Collaborate with IS Leadership to align technical initiatives with the broader IS Strategic Plan

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on Change Control Review Boards and key architectural decisions

Lead data architecture initiatives including data modeling, flow analysis, and design for integration and reporting

Build and automate testing and monitoring solutions to ensure ongoing product quality

Coordinate technical resources on key projects and act as a liaison between architecture and development teams

Perform business system analysis or data architecture duties as needed

Stay current with emerging trends and technologies to continuously drive innovation and modernization

What you bring :

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience

Sitecore XM Cloud Developer Certification

10+ years of hands-on experience in application development using Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, and .NET technologies

4+ years in a solution or enterprise architect role with a strong focus on scalable system design

Deep understanding of software architecture, object-oriented programming, and design patterns

Experience leading root cause analysis and resolving system-wide technical issues

Solid knowledge of application server configuration, database modeling, and systems integratio

Demonstrated ability to enforce standards that improve performance, maintainability, and complianc

Experience working within PCI, TQS, or similar regulatory frameworks

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to translate architecture into action

Technical Strengths include :

Backend : Node.js, Fastify, ASP.NET Core, API development and integration

Cloud & Infrastructure : AWS, Vercel, Sitecore CM

Database : MS SQL Server, advanced SQL, NoSQ

Strong architectural design and modeling capabilities for n-tier web-based systems

Experience developing and enforcing secure and efficient integration standards across platforms

Bonus Skills :

Ability to translate business goals into technical architecture strategies

Experience applying statistical or research methods to evaluate and optimize system performance

Strong organizational, analytical, and facilitation skill

Proven track record of proactively resolving issues and driving technical consensus

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com / company / matchbox-recruitment /

About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application.This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com

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