OverviewPermanent Full Time.Solutions Architect – Individual Wealth TechnologyAt Canada Life, the customer is at the centre of what we do. We are looking for candidates that exemplify this and can demonstrate it in their work. The Individual Wealth Technology team within Application Delivery, Canada and Lifeco, is seeking a Solutions Architect. This role is a match for you if you are passionate about Wealth and working to innovate, define, and deliver high quality technology solutions. The Solutions Architect will play a key role in our team by serving as a trusted advisor to our internal clients and partnering with the business to enable and support delivery.The Solutions Architect will collaborate with their portfolio & technology teams as well as business partners, sponsors, and stakeholders to contribute to the development of strategies and roadmaps for the business. They will work to define and maintain architecture artifacts for supporting project delivery and application support. They will play an active role in setting the technical vision and direction for solutions, ensuring consistency with overall enterprise and portfolio architecture. During the execution of these activities this may, at times, require hands-on development. The Solutions Architect will also have the opportunity to effect change within the organization by incorporating recent patterns and/or technologies into new ways of working that improve business value.AccountabilitiesDefines and facilitates a solution architecture that leverages enterprise capabilities and efficient usage of processes, technology, data and people to align these capabilitiesConsults with business partners and delivery stakeholdersParticipates in the definition of, and helps to maintain the technical solution architecture(s)Actively participates in the discussions which drive the architectural decisions for the team and develop the technical vision and direction for the solutionDefines and creates candidate architecture solutionsDefines and maintains solution architectures for applicationsEnsures quality designs when involved in solutioning any infrastructure and development issuesProactively identifies opportunities where solutions can enhance organizational efficiencyActively engaged as the team works to solve complex problemsKeeps abreast of latest technological/industry trendsActs as trusted technology advisor/advocate for business unitsSupports the development of technology roadmaps and proposals to achieve business plansWorks closely with all team members to create solutions that accommodate future architectural changes and designsIdentify critical driving forces of process, data,



people and technology and identify any changes or improvements that can be madeAbility to look beyond traditional business concepts and drill to the heart of a given conceptQualifications and CompetenciesBachelor Computer Science / Software Engineering degree or equivalent experienceMinimum 7 years of related experience in technology environmentsMinimum of 4 years working as an architect with experience on large scale projects enabling business to achieve the goals and objectivesExperience leading architecture activities in conjunction with the Enterprise Architect or Portfolio ArchitectAble to act as a mentor to less experienced architects and developers/engineersExperience in Wealth Management technology ecosystemsExperience with Web Technologies and Networking TCP/IP, DNS, Proxy, Reverse Proxy, SSL/TLS, SFTPProven business acumen demonstrated through a broad understanding of an organization, functions, practices, trends and competitionFinancial knowledge demonstrated through the ability to calculate the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Return on Investment (ROI)Values simplicity, ability to simplify difficult conceptsAbility to foster collaborative stakeholder relationships across multiple business functionsAbility to effectively communicate high-level concepts and solutions with technology and business teams and stakeholdersCapable of high level of analysis of the big picture while maintaining a level of detail appropriate to the context of a variety of situationsUnderstands the framework (structure, people, processes, and technology) that supports an organization’s strategy and can successfully leverage itUnderstands policy, practice, and standards to ensure design and delivery of compliant solutionsAble to challenge business and technical constraints in support of continuous improvementSelf-starter with the ability to comfortably operate in ambiguityAssetsExperience with application modernizationExperience in the financial services industryExperience with virtualization, service architecture, and cloud computingDevelopment experience in RDBMS, modern programming language(s) and frameworks, services, SDLC, automation, agileArchitectural experience using modelling languages and frameworks (UML, TOGAF, Archimate, 4+1 View Model, etc, LeanIX), architecture practices and principles in Business, Information (data), Application, Technology,



and Security architecture disciplinesExperience with Java Application Servers would be an assetExperience with SSO would be an assetTOGAF Level 1 and 2 CertificationOne or more BAITS domain certificationsThe base salary for this position is between$94,800- $144,800annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.E. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected] Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Solutions Architect - $94,800 - $144,800 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Canada Life
📍 Toronto