Utility Application Technical Architect

Capgemini Engineering; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering, a world-leading engineering services company, seeks an experienced Utility Applications Technical Architect in Vancouver to lead architecture for BC Hydro’s Generation portfolio, drive cloud migration, and oversee complex integrations.

The role focuses on modernizing applications, ensuring performance, reliability, and security while coordinating with AMS teams, stakeholders, and vendors in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree requirement and related discipline.
• Experience with enterprise architectures and SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Support incident, problem, change, and release management per AMS standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement sustainable stability improvements.
• Be the primary technical escalation point for critical issues.
• Identify opportunities to automate operations and improve support tooling.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce technical debt and improve performance.
• Analyze and resolve complex integration issues across interconnected systems.
• Design and oversee integrations between enterprise apps, middleware, databases, and cloud services.
• Define API, data exchange, and integration patterns for secure operations.
• Provide architectural oversight for BC Hydro's Generation portfolio and establish standards.

Skills

NET/.NET Core

C#

ASP.NET

Java enterprise

SQL Server

Oracle databases

REST APIs

SOAP/WCF

VB.NET/VB6/VBA

Web/Desktop/Mobile apps

Azure/AWS cloud

DevOps/CI-CD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or related

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s mostinnovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as theyprovide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days arethe same.

Location: Vancouver BC, Canada

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced hands-on Utility Applications Technical Architect to provide technical leadership for BC Hydro's Generation application portfolio under the Application Management Services (AMS) program. The architect will be responsible for application architecture, technical support, integrations, modernization, and solution design across a diverse landscape of utility applications supporting Generation Operations, Asset Management, Water Resource Management, Dam Safety, and related business functions. The successful candidate will work closely with BC Hydro stakeholders, Functional Architects, AMS delivery teams, infrastructure teams, and third-party vendors to ensure application reliability, performance, maintainability, and alignment with BC Hydro's modernization and cloud transformation objectives.

Your Role

AMS Technical Support and Continuous Improvement

• Support incident, problem, change, and release management processes in accordance with AMS delivery standards.
• Lead root cause analysis activities and implement sustainable solutions to improve application stability and reliability.
• Serve as the primary technical escalation point for critical incidents, complex problems, and high-priority application issues.
• Identify opportunities to automate operational activities and improve support efficiency through tooling and process enhancements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service quality, reduce technical debt, and optimize application performance.

Integration and Solution Design

• Analyze and resolve complex application, data, and interface issues across interconnected systems.
• Collaborate with development and support teams to continuously improve integration performance, resiliency, and maintainability.
• Design and oversee integrations between enterprise applications, operational systems, middleware platforms, databases, and cloud services.
• Define API, data exchange, and integration patterns that support secure, reliable, and scalable business operations.
• Ensure application integrations comply with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and operational requirements.

Application Architecture and Technical Leadership

• Lead application modernization, technology refresh, and cloud transformation initiatives across legacy, custom-built, and commercial applications.
• Conduct architecture assessments and recommend improvements to application platforms, frameworks, and supporting technologies
• Review solution designs, enhancement requests, and technical proposals to ensure scalability, maintainability, security, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural oversight for BC Hydro's Generation application portfolio, ensuring alignment with business and technology objectives.
• Establish and promote technical standards, best practices, and governance processes across AMS delivery teams.

Stakeholder and Vendor Collaboration

• Support knowledge transfer, mentoring, and capability development activities within the AMS delivery organization.
• Work with infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and third-party vendor teams to ensure seamless delivery of application services.
• Communicate technical risks, dependencies, and solution options clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with BC Hydro business stakeholders, Functional Architects, application owners, and technology teams to support evolving business needs.
• Participate in governance meetings, technical reviews, and planning workshops to provide architectural guidance and recommendations.

Your Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in application development, architecture, application support, or enterprise systems.
• 5+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise application integrations.
• Experience supporting large AMS or managed services engagements.
• Experience with application modernization, upgrades, and cloud migration initiatives.
• Strong understanding of enterprise application architectures and software development lifecycle practices.

Required Technical Expertise

• Microsoft .NET / .NET Core, C#, ASP.NET
• Java-based enterprise applications
• SQL Server and Oracle databases
• REST APIs, SOAP/WCF services, and enterprise integrations
• Legacy application technologies including VB.NET, VB6, and VBA
• Web, desktop, mobile, and client-server applications
• Azure and/or AWS cloud platforms
• DevOps, CI/CD, and application monitoring tools

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $70,000 - $165,000/year. Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law. The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity. It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Benefits

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.