IT Architecture Specialist-EN

CAE; Mirabel; Hybrid; EUR 81,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

Pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Career development

Hybrid work

Wellness programs

Job summary

CAE seeks an experienced Enterprise Architect to develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards, craft end-to-end technology solutions, and ensure security and regulatory compliance across hybrid environments.

You will lead design sessions, collaborate with analysts and developers, evaluate emerging technologies, and provide technical leadership to IT leadership. The role offers a regular position with a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 7+ years of IT architecture or related roles.
• Experience developing enterprise architecture frameworks and governance.
• Hands-on cloud experience (Azure/AWS).
• Experience with virtualization, networking, and infra tech.
• Knowledge of APIs, ESB, and microservices.
• Security principles and compliance knowledge.
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Technical leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards and guidelines.
• Design end-to-end solutions integrating apps, data, and infrastructure.
• Ensure designs meet security and regulatory requirements.
• Lead technical design sessions and provide guidance.
• Collaborate with analysts, developers, and project managers.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and adoption strategies.
• Define integration patterns for hybrid environments.
• Analyze and optimize performance, reliability, and availability.
• Support monitoring, resilience, and DR strategies.
• Incorporate cybersecurity principles where applicable.
• Ensure data protection and compliance.
• Advise business and IT leadership; communicate risks and recommendations.

Skills

7+ years architecture

Enterprise architecture governance

Azure/AWS

Virtualization & networking

APIs/ESB/microservices

Security architecture

DevOps/CI-CD

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Technical leadership

Flight Ops experience

Regulated/government environments

TOGAF

AWS Solutions Architect

Azure Architect

CISSP

ITIL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering or related field

Tools

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards, frameworks, and guidelines.
• Design end-to-end technology solutions that integrate applications, data, and infrastructure components.
• Ensure architecture designs comply with security, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Lead technical design sessions and provide architectural guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with business analysts, developers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver technology solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations regarding adoption and implementation strategies.
• Define integration patterns for systems and applications operating across hybrid environments, including on-premises and cloud platforms.
• Analyze and optimize system performance, scalability, reliability, and availability.
• Support the implementation of monitoring, resilience, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Incorporate Government of Canada cybersecurity principles into architecture designs, where applicable.
• Ensure adherence to data protection, privacy, and compliance standards.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders and IT leadership.
• Communicate technical concepts, risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT architecture, solution design, systems architecture, or related technology roles.
• Experience developing and implementing enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and governance practices.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Experience with virtualization, networking, and enterprise infrastructure technologies.
• Knowledge of integration technologies and patterns, including APIs, enterprise service bus (ESB), and microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of security architecture principles and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience providing technical leadership and influencing architectural decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience supporting Flight Operations and/or Flight Training environments.
• Experience working within highly regulated industries or government-related environments.
• TOGAF certification.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect and/or Microsoft Azure Architect certification.
• CISSP certification.
• ITIL certification.

Benefits

• Company benefits plan
• Pension plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Career development opportunities within a global organization
• Hybrid work model
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs

Base Pay Range

Our total rewards package includes base pay and benefits, with final compensation determined by experience, skill, location, and internal equity.

$129 400 - $179,400 CAD

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [e-mail] if needed.

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