Technology Enterprise Architect

KPMG Canada; Kingston; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the professional services sector is seeking a skilled Enterprise Architect to join its Business Enablement Services Technology team. The position involves designing and integrating enterprise systems along with collaborating with global teams. Candidates should have significant experience in enterprise architecture and strong stakeholder management capabilities. KPMG Canada values diversity and inclusion, looking for motivated individuals ready to lead technological innovations.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture roles.
• Certifications in TOGAF, Zachman Framework, or FEAF are required.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementation and integration.

Responsibilities

• Align technology strategy with business goals.
• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture framework.
• Establish governance frameworks for compliance with standards.

Skills

Integration of Enterprise Systems

Stakeholder Collaboration

Security Principles

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology or related fields

Tools

TOGAF

SAP S/4HANA

Azure DevOps

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Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Enterprise Architect to join KPMG Canada Business Enablement Services (BES) Technology team. You will play a critical role in the overall design and integration of an enterprise’s systems and processes. This role requires close collaboration with KPMG Global teams and coordination across multiple domains including solution architect, enterprise analytics, data management, network, security, and business stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Play a crucial role in aligning technology strategy with business goals, involving understanding business requirements and crafting a technology roadmap that guides the organization’s technological investments
• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, assist in selecting appropriate technologies, defining standards governing systems integrations, and ensuring all technology initiatives align with overall architecture principles and align to the KPMG Global Technology Blueprint
• Engage with various stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams, and external vendors, facilitating discussions regarding technological needs while also communicating the benefits and risks associated with different architectural choices
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards, as well as creating policies and models for evaluating new technologies, and ensuring their alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives
• Continually assess and evaluate emerging technologies and their potential impact to the organization, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement
• Build and maintain comprehensive documentation of architecture designs, standards, and guidelines, ensuring stakeholders have access to necessary information and helps maintain consistency across the organization
• Provide oversight to ensure enterprise initiatives adhere to the established architecture, standards, and roadmaps
• Lead and guide the technology architecture team in defining and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient architecture solutions for various systems including identifying opportunities for process improvement while proactively identifying opportunities for efficiency
• Oversee and ensure architectural decisions align with enterprise standards, security protocols, and compliance frameworks
• Produce and maintain architectural artifacts, including blueprints, roadmaps, and governance models
• Proactively identify and mitigate architectural risks, particularly around data pipelines, interface disruptions, and cloud transitions
  
  

What You Bring To The Role

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related fields
• 5-7+ years of progressive experience in Enterprise Architecture roles with a track record of delivering complex, large-scale digital solutions
• Certifications in architectural frameworks TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework), Zachman Framework, or FEAF (Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework) are required
• Deep knowledge in integrating enterprise systems including enterprise applications, ESB’s, middleware, micro services, containers, serverless, containers, ephemeral is crucial
• Strong understanding of cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and cloud architecture (with an emphasis on Microsoft Azure and working knowledge of Amazon AWS and Google Cloud)
• Experience in interacting with GitHub and Azure DevOps (potentially other source management systems)
• Strong understanding of security principles and practices; proven ability to create strong partnerships with security teams ensuring all principles are in place
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and experience in project management
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on stakeholder collaboration
• Experience implementation and integration SAP S/4HANA
• Knowledge and experience using OrbusInfinity or similar platforms is required
  
  

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KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $103,000 to $154,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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