Specialist, Solutions Architect

CMHC; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A national housing authority in Canada is looking for a Specialist, Solutions Architect to enhance its IT services. The role involves designing and integrating technology solutions to solve complex business challenges. Candidates should have a technical degree and at least five years of IT experience, including in architecture. The position offers a hybrid work model and emphasizes collaboration and diversity.

Benefits

Annual paid vacation

Performance incentives

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive insurance plan

Training and mentorship programs

Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of experience in IT with relevant architectural roles.
• Strong understanding of architectural principles and frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage complex problems and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural blueprints for various technology solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for potential organizational impact.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical understanding

Education

Technical undergraduate degree in computer science or related field

Tools

TOGAF

Cloud computing

Networking security

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 11247

Position Status:Permanent Full Time

Position Type:Hybrid

Office Location:Ottawa (ON); Montreal (QC); Toronto (ON)

Travel Requirement:Travel not required

Language Designation:English Essential

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak):ZZZ

Security Requirement: Reliability Status

Salary:Our salaries generally range from $84699.11to $105873.89and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role

CMHC is committed to continuously improving our IT services and operational efficiency. The addition of new IT roles is a strategic move to bolster our capabilities and ensure we can meet the evolving needs of our clients and stakeholders.

Join the Enterprise Architecture and Artificial Intelligence team in the role of Specialist, Solutions Architect. In this role, you will be responsible for the design and integration of CMHC’s Technology Solutions to address complex business challenges while ensuring that various components – such as hardware, software and networks – work together effectively. You will be responsible of understanding complex project requirements, creating architectural blueprints, and ensuring that solutions align with enterprise architecture principles, including security and data governance. The Specialist, Solutions Architect will work closely with senior architects and stakeholders to deliver effective solutions while managing complexity and fostering collaboration.

What you'll do:

• Develop comprehensive architecture blueprints and designs that outline the technical framework for solutions.
• Evaluate and make recommendations for appropriate technologies that meet project needs, ensuring they are scalable and sustainable.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies during audits and assessments, ensuring that architectural practices meet compliance standards.
• Work closely with external vendors to explore proof of concept initiatives, assessing their capabilities and fit for organizational needs.
• Conduct investigations into emerging technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact on current and future architectural practices.
• Facilitate effective communication with stakeholders, presenting architectural solutions to executives and securing buy-in while translating complex technical concepts into understandable terms for non-technical audiences.
• Participate in the development of business cases, providing architectural insights that inform decision-making processes.
• Ensure that all architectural solutions developed adhere to established governance frameworks, principles, as well as security regulations, and identify potential risks associated with architectural decisions and propose mitigation strategies to address them.

What you should have:

• A technical undergraduate degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in IT, with a minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of relevant experience in architecture or related roles.
• Familiarity with multiple technology domains, including but not limited to data architecture, business architecture, networking security, software development, cloud computing, and infrastructure.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of architectural solutions with business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze complex problems, proposing effective solutions that align with business goals and technical requirements.
• Strong understanding of architectural principles and practices, with the ability to assess and recommend technology solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of industry standards frameworks, such as TOGAF, and familiarity with security and data governance practices.

It would be great if you also had:

• Relevant certifications, such as TOGAP, CISPP, Cloud certifications, or other relevant architecture/security certifications.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

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