Solution Designer, Microsoft

J.D. Irving; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Microsoft solution designer to craft innovative enterprise solutions. This role involves aligning technology with business goals, leading design efforts, and leveraging emerging Microsoft technologies to drive change. Join a dynamic team dedicated to simplifying processes and enhancing collaboration across diverse IT environments. With a commitment to professional growth and inclusivity, this position offers the chance to make a real impact while working with a passionate group of professionals. If you're ready to elevate your career and contribute to meaningful solutions, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in enterprise architecture solution design.
• Experience in creating design documents for solutions.

Responsibilities

• Guide on effective use of Microsoft enterprise solutions.
• Lead in designing and selecting Microsoft enterprise solutions.
• Work with Project Managers to develop project schedules.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Solution Design

Technical Direction

Web Application Architecture

Emerging Technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Info Systems

Bachelor's degree in Business Management

Job description

The Microsoft solution designer is responsible for designing Microsoft enterprise solutions, ensuring that they meet the business and technical requirements of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Guide on the effective use of Microsoft enterprise solutions and architectures to achieve business outcomes in alignment with business requirements
• Provide solution architecture design and recommendations to project team
• Understand business and technical requirements to provide solutions enabling business goals and support delivery outcomes
• Lead in designing, specifying, and selecting Microsoft enterprise solutions, considering functionality, data, security, integration, infrastructure, scalability and performance
• Ensure alignment with the overall Business, Application, Information and Technology principals
• Contribute to Enterprise Architecture principles and methods
• Update the Enterprise Architecture repository maintaining impacted components, relationships, and attributes
• Lead the organization in leveraging emerging Microsoft technology and use knowledge of IT solutions to drive organizational change and support business process design
• Understand and support to software architecture design and support development team in developing solutions
• Estimate cost, and assist in business cases for solutions, considering infra, licenses, development, and support
• Work with the Project Managers and Business Analysts to develop project schedule tasks and resource plans for solution deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Info Systems or Business Management, or related discipline
• 5-7 years' experience in a similar position, including 10 years in professional IT environment
• Experience providing technical direction to less experienced team members
• Experience working in enterprise architecture solution design in a diverse IT environment
• Experience creating design documents for solutions
• Good understanding of solution designs relevant to commercial off the Shelf (COTS) including enterprise systems
• Experience with web application architecture, trends and emerging technologies

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Team

The belief that what people experience matters more than technology is part of our foundational core. We also believe that our ability as a team grows exponentially when we share success. These centering values - some of our non-negotiables - guide our decisions and inform how we show up daily. Join a team that aims to simplify the path forward and inspire commitment.

With over 380 employees centralized in Saint John, Fredericton, Dieppe and Halifax, we offer the opportunity to create real value by helping people and businesses work smarter. JDI IT supports the entire J.D. Irving Limited group of companies which means we offer opportunities and experiences across a wide breadth of IT areas, businesses and industries. As a member of the JDI IT team, you will be a key player in enabling the business to win by overcoming obstacles and "getting it done"!

We believe in the power of diverse teams and invest in continuous professional growth. We are seeking naturally curious change makers looking to join a collaborative and motivated team. Come help JDI IT Raise the Bar!

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