Sr. Solutions Architect, Business Applications

N-able Technologies Ltd.; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company based in Ottawa is seeking a Sr Architect to drive the technical architecture of business systems. You will influence technology strategy, design enterprise-grade solutions, and lead AI/ML solution delivery. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in software architecture and AI technologies, alongside strong leadership and collaboration skills. This position offers competitive perks including generous PTO, a pension plan, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision

Generous PTO and observed holidays

2 Paid Volunteer Days

Pension Plan with company contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Discounted gym access

Fundraising opportunities

Custom learning experience

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise in software architecture and AI/ML solution design.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Versatility across multiple technologies and environments.
• Evidence of real-world delivery of AI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Drive technology strategy for business solutions.
• Architect and deliver enterprise-grade solutions.
• Mentor engineering teams on AI best practices.
• Lead build/buy analysis for AI solutions.

Skills

Deep technical expertise in software architecture

AI/ML solution design

Strong leadership skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in programming languages

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Azure AI

AWS SageMaker

Google Vertex AI

Job description

Why N-able

At N-able, we’re not just helping businesses be secure —we’re redefining what it means to be cyber resilient. Our end-to-end platform blends AI-powered capabilities and flexible tech stacks, so customers can manage, secure, and recover with confidence. But the real power behind it all? Our people. We’re a global crew of N-ablites, who love solving complex problems, sharing knowledge, and delivering solutions that actually make a difference. If you're into meaningful work, fast growth, and a team that’s got your back, you’ll be surrounded by people who believe in what they do—and in you.

N-able Technologies seeks a Sr Architect to drive the technical architecture and development of business systems fueling N-able’s growth. These systems include ERP, CRM, Billing, Accounting, and other critical platforms. The role demands deep software engineering expertise, strategic vision, and the ability to deliver enterprise-grade solutions, especially leveraging AI/ML technologies.

What You’ll Do

Core Responsibilities

Technology Strategy & Leadership

• Shape and communicate technology strategy for business solutions.
• Act as a thought leader, challenging the status quo and driving technology decisions.
• Set technical direction for products and represent them with stakeholders.
• Influence internal and external technical teams; collaborate with Product Managers to identify and mitigate technical risks early.

Solution Architecture & Design

• Architect and deliver enterprise-grade solutions, including SaaS applications, for complex business scenarios.
• Define application integration and interaction across IT systems.
• Create models, proof-of-concepts, and diagrams for data flow and system interactions.
• Implement standard practices and express strategic engineering requirements across engineering teams.

AI Solution Delivery

• Architect and deliver solutions leveraging AI/ML technologies to solve complex business problems and drive measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrate proficiency in modern AI frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn) and cloud-based AI services (Azure AI, AWS SageMaker, Google Vertex AI).
• Design, evaluate, and optimize AI models for scalability, reliability, and maintainability in production environments.
• Lead build/buy analysis for AI solutions, including vendor selection, open-source evaluation, and custom development trade-offs.
• Set technical direction for AI adoption, including data strategy, model lifecycle management, and responsible AI practices (privacy, bias mitigation, explainability).
• Mentor engineering teams on AI best practices, architecture patterns, and deployment strategies.
• Stay ahead of AI trends and translate emerging capabilities into actionable business opportunities.

Technical Excellence & Mentorship

• Master one or more programming languages; demonstrate proficiency in backend services, web development, and concurrency.
• Research and evaluate technical solutions; perform build/buy analysis.
• Mentor developers and architects on best practices and technical direction.

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise in software architecture and AI/ML solution design.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Versatility across multiple technologies and technical environments.
• Evidence of real-world delivery of AI solutions, not just theoretical knowledge.

Purple Perks

What do we offer you?

• Medical, dental and vision – for employee, partner, and children!
• Generous PTO and observed holidays
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days per year
• Pension Plan with company‑contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Discounted gym access at several local facilities
• Fund‑raising opportunities as part of our giving program
• N-ablite Learning – custom learning experience as part of our investment in you
• The Way We Work – our hybrid working model based on trust and flexibility

About N-able

At N-able, our mission is to protect businesses against evolving cyberthreats with an end-to-end cyber resilience platform to manage, secure, and recover. Our scalable technology infrastructure includes AI-powered capabilities, market-leading third-party integrations, and the flexibility to employ technologies of choice—to transform workflows and deliver critical security outcomes. Our partner-first approach combines our products with experts, training, and peer‑led events that empower our customers to be secure, resilient, and successful.