Solutions Architect

Socket.dev; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Profit sharing

RRSP matching

Benefits from day one

Generous PTO

Job summary

Peoples Group seeks a senior solutions architect to lead architecture governance for banking solutions across Canada. You will design secure, end-to-end platforms, coordinating with business and technology teams to meet enterprise objectives.

The role combines hands-on architecture work with strategic planning, including roadmaps, standards, and mentoring peers. Hybrid work in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto with competitive comp and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of technical experience in application development and systems engineering.
• 5+ years in solution architecture designing enterprise-scale systems.
• Experience with banking systems (deposits, payment rails, reconciliations) is a plus.
• Strong skills in web development, API design, security, data modelling and integrations.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and DevOps; experience with SDLC and Agile/Scrum.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution architecture activities and govern major initiatives.
• Create, maintain architecture documentation and artefacts.
• Participate in Architecture Review Board and peer reviews.
• Develop roadmaps and architecture standards for enterprise capabilities.
• Coach peers on design practices and emerging technologies.
• Explore innovations, conduct proofs-of-concept, drive adoption.

Skills

Solution architecture

Cloud platforms

Security

Architectural governance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

SQL

APIs

Job description

We are hiring for this position out of our Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary offices. Successful candidates who apply outside of these areas will be expected to relocate and reside in a location that is within a commutable distance.

About you:

You are a technical leader with extensive experience architecting, optimizing, and governing a broad range of applications and solutions in the banking industry. You enjoy crafting large-scale, holistic solution architectures in a complex environment to meet the diverse needs of multiple stakeholders. You are comfortable working across technology and business teams, and ensuring secure, robust end-to-end solutions are designed and delivered. You thrive in an environment where discovering new knowledge through rapid proof-of-concept and defining new standards is part of your day-to-day job, and delivering scalable solutions used by merchants and service providers across Canada excites you.

About the qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of technical experience in areas such as application development, systems engineering
• 5+ years of solution architecture experience: discern requirements and solutions, assess technology, risk and cost / benefits, design and integrate enterprise scale systems, conduct architecture reviews
• Demonstrated architecture experience in critical banking systems within the financial services industry, e.g.
  • Deposits systems
  • Payment rails
  • Accounts reconciliation etc.
• Strong software architecture skills: web development / API design, security, programming languages and SQL, data modelling and databases, systems integration patterns, architecture styles, domain-driven design
• Good knowledge of cloud platforms, infrastructure technology stack, DevOps
• SDLC delivery experience with both project and Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Ability to think strategically and facilitate architectural decisions / recommendations to meet immediate needs and longer-term enterprise objectives
• Ability to learn and understand new toolsets and products quickly
• Solution-focused, takes initiative to tackle problems effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• TOGAF, AWS or Azure cloud certification is a plus

About the day-to-day:

• Lead solution architecture activities and govern implementation of major initiatives including assurance of third-party deliverables
• Create, maintain, and organize architecture documents and artefacts to capture current / future state architecture and share knowledge
• Participate in Architecture Review Board or peer review of architecture design and advise on new initiatives
• Develop technology roadmaps and architecture standards to guide and optimize technical capabilities and applications deployed in the enterprise
• Coach and mentor peers on solution design, best practices, technological approaches, etc.
• Explore new innovations, conduct technology proof-of-concept, and drive adoption of new and emerging capabilities
• Interfaces with industry on current trends in business and information technology

About us:

Peoples Group is a trusted financial services company for the innovators at the forefront of Canada’s economic future. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto, we are driving change by working alongside challenger banks, fintechs, brokers, and merchants to foster a dynamic and competitive financial ecosystem.

Our culture is built on four core behaviors: Grit to Grow, Connect to Collaborate, Putting Clients First, and Owning the Outcome. We believe people do not simply choose a company to work for—they choose a company that makes a positive impact in the lives of Canadians. Above all, we value people, build meaningful relationships, focus on individual strengths, and approach our work with passion.

About the work environment:

Peoples Group offers a flexible and hybrid work environment. In this role you will work a combination of in-office and remotely from home. Typically, you'll be working regular business hours, Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm with flexibility around start/end times.

We offer:

• A hybrid work environment, enabling you to balance your personal and professional life seamlessly.

• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, RRSP matching and benefits from day one.

• Generous paid time off to help achieve a healthy work-life balance.

• A commitment to your well-being in five key areas: Financial, Physical, Social, Career, and Community.

Hiring process:

If your application is selected, you will be invited for a first interview with one of our Talent Acquisition Business Partners. Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted virtually or in-person. The hiring team will communicate any in-person requirements throughout the process.

Compensation:

Peoples Group is pleased to offer employees a competitive annual salary plus a discretionary profit share opportunity. Salary for this position will vary between $145,000 and $170,000 per year depending on the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience that the chosen candidate possess. As part of our recruiting process, shortlisted candidates will be asked their salary expectations for this position.

Help us get to know you better by answering our application questions! Your participation is expected as an essential part of our selection process.

NOTE: Peoples Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest; however, only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.