Solutions Architect

Responsibilities

Applied to both the process and the outcome of thinking out and specifying the overall structure, logical components, and the logical interrelationships of a computer, its operating system, a network, or other conception. Defines the structure and relationship among applications, including the identification of re-usable components, quality level metrics, the organization and layering of software, and the determination of interfaces. Responsibilities also include developing, implementing and managing at least one cross-platform application in a large and distributed environment, monitor the whole system, understand all interactions between components on a given level of abstraction, as well as to define limitations and requirements for source code. Defines the interactions between application packages, databases and middleware systems.

General Skills

  • Experience in the development and implementation of application architectures for a minimum 6 years
  • Extensive experience in systems analysis and design in large systems environments
  •  Knowledge of TOGAF ADM (preferred) or Zachman architecture frameworks including business / information / application / technology / security architecture domains
  • Practical experience in at least one of current architecture tools e.g. EA Sparx, Archi or similar with the modeling experience with Archimate and/or UML in a team environment
  • Experience and knowledge of different integration types including SOA, APIs, web services, real time and batch based, hub and spoke; experience in enterprise service bus implementations
  • Extensive experience with at least two different computing platforms, operating systems, environments, database technologies, programming languages and communication protocols
  • Experience with middleware and gateways
  • Knowledge of performance considerations in different environments
  • Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development and implementation of applications
  • Experience in the use of development tools, Computer Aided Software Engineering tools, information retrieval packages, and other software tools such as project management software and business re-engineering software
  • Experience in the use of data and process modelling methodologies, techniques and tools, including a working knowledge of metadata structures, repository functions, and data dictionaries
  • Experience producing target solution architecture, as-is documentation, and to-be blueprints
  • Knowledge of leading edge technologies design criteria, security and recovery procedures
  • Knowledge of integrated networking technologies, midrange server, enterprise storage and SAN and personal computer system technologies, related best practices, directory/messaging standards, standard facilities infrastructure/architecture management, facility service delivery processes, infrastructures policies, procedures and direction.
  •  Knowledge of cloud computing technologies and integration of those technologies with on premises environment
  • Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models) Awareness of emerging I&IT trends and directions
  •  Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines
  • Self-motivated; able to work independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and to collaborate with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high quality solutions; high initiative and ability to prioritize in a high-pressure environment and ability to work on simultaneous projects
  • Leadership, problem solving, interpersonal, and oral/written/presentation skills to lead the analysis, design, and development of enterprise technology/infrastructure architecture initiatives

 

Desirable Skills

  • Knowledge and understanding of object-oriented analysis and design techniques
  • Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models) based on Ontario Government Enterprise Architecture methodologies, processes and practice Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices
  • Experience designing detailed functional and technical requirements for new and existing business solutions
  • Experience developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models and documentation)
  • Experience leading multi-tier application infrastructure design, documentation and configuration for medium or large corporate implementations Experience designing, developing, implementing and maintaining large complex applications, workflow processes and dynamic forms

Must Haves: 

  • Experience in the development and implementation of application architectures for a minimum 6 years 
  • Extensive experience in systems analysis and design in large systems environments 
  • Knowledge of TOGAF ADM (preferred) or Zachman architecture frameworks including business / information / application / technology / security architecture domains 
  • Practical experience in at least one of current architecture tools e.g. EA Sparx, Archi or similar with the modeling experience with Archimate and/or UML in a team environment 
  • Experience and knowledge of different integration types including SOA, APIs, web services, real time and batch based, hub and spoke; experience in enterprise service bus implementations 

Location: Hybrid – 3 days a week onsite (downtown Toronto)

Public Sector Experience: preferred but not required 

The pay range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for this position is between ¤110.00 and ¤120.00

Our voluntary benefits offering includes medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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