Solution Architect

Stantec; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a creative Solution Architect to join their Design Automation team. This role focuses on transforming project delivery through innovative digital solutions, combining strategic thinking with hands-on technical leadership. The architect will develop automation frameworks that enhance efficiency and quality, supporting design professionals globally.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software engineering experience with a relevant BS degree.
• Experience leading technical teams and mentoring developers.
• Extensive experience architecting enterprise solutions using Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, enterprise-grade automation solutions integrating desktop AEC applications with cloud services.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives by collaborating with practice leaders.
• Provide technical leadership for major automation projects.

Skills

API design

C#

DevOps

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Revit

AutoCAD API

Job description

Grow with the best.Join a smart, creative, and inspired team that works to support operational excellence.The Stantec community unites more than 26,000 employees working in 400 locations across six continents.Our Functional Service Teams (FST) include Corporate Development, Finance, Human Resources, HSSE, IT, Legal, Marketing/Communications, Practice Services and Real Estate and Procurement.Bringing together individuals with diverse backgrounds, talents, and expertise.Our FSTs are vital to making our Company stronger.

We are seeking a creative Solution Architect to join our Design Automation team, driving the transformation of our project delivery through innovative digital solutions. Working at the intersection of design excellence and technology, this position combines strategic thinking with hands-on technical leadership to revolutionize our design and engineering processes. Supporting thousands of design professionals globally, you will develop enterprise-scale automation frameworks that enhance efficiency and quality while creating lasting value through both cloud and on-premises solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design scalable, enterprise-grade automation solutions integrating desktop AEC applications with cloud services.
• Create technical roadmaps and system designs for complex automation initiatives.
• Architect solutions leveraging Azure cloud services to support enterprise-wide design automation workflows.
• Develop integration strategies between various platforms including Autodesk Construction Cloud, custom web applications, and desktop design tools.
• Design frameworks for capturing and implementing subject matter expertise into automated workflows.
• Architect systems to support AI-ready data management and standardization.

Strategic Planning & Technical Development:

• Lead digital transformation initiatives by collaborating with practice leaders to identify automation opportunities, capture expertise into repeatable assets, and analyze project lifecycles from proposal to completion.
• Establish enterprise-wide data frameworks and environments that enable AI implementation and integration across projects, while ensuring alignment with corporate digital strategy.
• Provide technical leadership for major automation projects, partnering with stakeholders to translate business requirements into comprehensive technical solutions.

Technical Development & Oversight:

• Lead hands-on development of critical automation solutions while establishing technical standards and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Guide the development of AI-ready data structures and management systems to support enterprise automation initiatives.
• Mentor team members on architecture and development practices to ensure consistent quality and knowledge sharing.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience deploying and managing enterprise-scale software solutions (1000+ users)
• Strong background in enterprise architecture patterns and cloud-native solutions
• Experience with API design and enterprise integration patterns
• Proficiency in C# and .NET development
• Experience with web application development and enterprise data platforms
• Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and DevOps principles
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate between technical and business stakeholders
• Proven track record of leading technical teams through digital transformation initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AEC-specific development (Revit, Civil 3D, AutoCAD API)
• Strong background in AEC industry software and BIM workflows/standards
• Experience with Autodesk Platform Services APIs
• Experience working with data science and AI teams

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a similar field
• 10+ years of software engineering experience with a relevant BS degree, or 8+ years with an advanced degree
• Experience leading technical teams and mentoring developers
• Extensive experience architecting enterprise solutions using Microsoft Azure

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties, obligations, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Additional Information

About the company

Stantec Inc. is an international professional services company in the design and consulting industry.