Scarborough, ON (Hybrid) The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $105,700 - $142,900. The offered salary will be based on the candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills and qualifications.

Job Description
Solutions Architect

Location
Scarborough, ON (Hybrid)

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) currently has an exciting opportunity for a Solution Architect to support our Information Services (IS) department. This is a full-time opportunity and will report to the Manager of Enterprise Business Solutions.

The selected candidate will partner with other Architects in defining and maintaining TCI’s solution architecture blueprint focused on efficiency. This role will lead research in COTS solutions and emerging technologies and promote developmental initiatives to introduce new tools and new technology to TCI’s application landscape.

What We’ll Bring

A hybrid work environment

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

A focus on respect for people and continuous improvement

Summer Hours – condensed work week during the summer

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including bonus

Extended health care and dental benefits effective immediately

Company pension plan with additional employer contributions

Associate vehicle discount program

Reimbursement programs (tuition & fitness)

Paid holiday shutdown and competitive paid time off benefits

Sabbatical leave program

What You’ll Be Doing
Technical & Architecture Leadership

Provide technical leadership and architectural direction across multiple initiatives and delivery teams

Lead solution architecture design from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, security requirements, and business objectives

Create, and approve solution designs, identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities for reuse and optimization

Contribute to the creation and evolution of the application architecture function, selection and adoption of frameworks and methodologies

Formulate plans to discontinue use of obsolete or low-value architecture components

Document IS Application Architecture using multiple architectural models or views that show how the current and future needs of the organization will be met in an efficient, sustainable,



and adaptable manner across TCI’s application portfolio

Collaborate with local, regional IS teams to deliver enterprise solutions that are scalable, adaptable and in synchronization with evolving business needs

Act as liaison with technology partners and vendors on Application Architecture issues

Work with the IS leadership to recommend and provide input to its strategy, architecture and supporting standards

Software Lifecycle and Process Improvements

Guide application design and provide technical leadership to ensure alignment to business objectives, application lifecycle and reduction of costs

Collaborate with other IS stakeholders to create and document standards and patterns that can be leveraged for future re-use and actively seek opportunities to leverage industry solutions for new business offerings and services

Review existing and emerging technologies and market trends to determine their potential impact on the enterprise’s strategy and architecture; develop strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and business functions

Ensure technical integrity and consistency of the solution on every stage of its lifecycle

Assist with the automation of software deployments using configuration management technology

Best Practices and Collaboration

Compile business needs, process information and technical requirements to produce an optimal, high level, analysis and conceptual design for projects and current solutions

Involvement in the development of policies, standards and guidelines that direct the selection, development, implementation and use of Information Technology within the enterprise

Steer and guide the creation and maintenance of the software design (application architecture) strategy and direction

Work with third party vendors to develop and/or integrate their applications into TCI’s solutions; ensure that applications are in accordance with company product standards and guidelines

Provide education, coaching,



and guidelines to IS practice on the use of enterprise architecture tools, technology, and standards

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline

8-10 years of experience in application development and system integration, including:

On‑premises and AWS cloud environments

Java/J2EE‑based solutions

SaaS and PaaS platforms

Multiple database technologies

Integration across diverse enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, MuleSoft, Salesforce, Okta Technologies, Adobe AEM, Java Liberty servers)

Minimum 5+ years of experience in application design and architecture, with strong hands‑on experience in solution conceptualization, modelling, and design

Experience working in complex, multi‑platform environments, including Unix, Windows, SaaS/PaaS solutions, and AWS

Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to lead cross‑functional discussions and drive consensus and positive outcomes

Broad understanding of IS management practices and technology issues, including SDLC, infrastructure and application design, development tools, support, project and process management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to clearly present technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Deep understanding of ITIL and Business Process Management (BPM) practices using tools like ServiceNow

Experience working on Development and Production Support teams

What You Should Know
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process or your employment if you require accommodation. Please note TCI may use AI-powered tools to assist us with initial screening and assessment. Talent Acquisition Specialists always review all applications and Hiring Managers always make final hiring decisions throughout the selection process.

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📌 Solution Architect (Ontario)
🏢 Toyota Canada
📍 Ontario