Information Technology à Canada

We are looking for a solution architect (SA) who will report to the manager of solution architecture. The SA will primarily define the solution architecture for specific projects but will also work with the business leaders to build a roadmap and alignment of solutions. As part of his/her role, the SA will review and understand business requirements for a project in order to design a technology solution that will meet those requirements while respecting the guiding principles of the Enterprise Architecture within the actual BRP context.

YOU’LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Provide an architectural conception of the solution regarding business, application, information and technology domains via the solution architecture design document.
• Develop and implement infrastructure solutions to meet client needs. This involves assessing client requirements, selecting appropriate infrastructures and network services and designing scalable and secure architecture.
• Provide expertise in migrating existing applications and infrastructure to the cloud. This includes performing cloud readiness assessments, planning migration strategies, and ensuring a seamless transition with minimal downtime.
• Ensure infrastructure solutions adhere to industry standards and compliance requirements. This involves implementing security protocols, managing data encryption, and configuring cloud security services.
• Partner with the organization to understand organizational and departmental strategy and agree on information systems solutions to meet the needs.
• Estimate cost, and prepare business cases for IT solutions, considering infrastructure, licences, development and support.

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or a related study, or equivalent project-related experience.
• Minimum of ten years of experience in IT, with at least five years in information system design.
• In-depth experience designing and implementing information solutions, with specialization in IT infrastructure (Server architecture (Windows and Linux), VDI, Virtualization, Networking projects).
• Strong Knowledge of enterprise networking, cyber security, identity management systems, Backup and Recovery, Monitoring tools, IaC.
• In-depth experience with Microsoft technologies (Azure, Sharepoint, OneDrive, M365 etc.)
• Knowledge of public Cloud technologies (IaaS, CaaS, SaaS, PaaS) running on Azure, GCP and AWS.
• Knowledge of Agile methodology.
• Experience in a factory IT environment.
• Strategic business acumen and understanding of organization strategy and ability to design information systems to deliver that strategy.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to lay audiences. Some experience of working with board-level stakeholders.
• Team player with experience leading and collaborating cross-team to ensure successful delivery of solutions.
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills - demonstrating outside-the-box problem-solving skills and ability to develop solution architecture designs.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture methodologies such as TOGAF with Archimate or the equivalent.
• Bilingualism (French & English) - knowledge of English is required because you will be representing BRP in negotiations with vendors in the US and exchanging with stakeholders around the world.

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let’s start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it:

• Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
• Generous paid time away
• Pension plan
• Collective saving opportunities
• Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What about some feel good perks:

• Flexible work schedule
• A summer schedule that varies by department and location
• Holiday season shutdown
• Educational resources
• Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 20,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination; It’s about the journey.

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