Senior Solution Architect (CIAM / Customer Identity and Access Management, IAM (Identity and Access Management), Federated Identity, Adaptive Authentication, Single Sign On (SSO), Multi Factor Authentication (MFA), OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), SAML 2.0, token/claim design, Plan Administration Modernization)Preference will be given to candidates whose resumes clearly meet the required experience and requirements outlined below.Requirement SummaryJob Role/Title : Senior Solution ArchitectJob Type : Contract Opportunity. Initial contract of 8 months with good possibilities of extensions.Potential convert to permanent : Yes, potential to convert to permanent position after initial contract (preferring candidates who would be interested in a full-time role).Job Location : Toronto, ON / London, ON / Winnipeg, MB.Work Style : Hybrid Work Setting - 3 days in the office requiredWork Hours : 37.5 hours/week, typically Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pmContractor to work extra time or on-call : Yes, might require support overtime when required.Rate Cap : $100 - 115/Hr. (on Incorp). The compensation will be negotiated between the contractor and recruiter based on experience and engagement terms.Interview: Teams interviews; 2 interviewsNOTE : Successful personnel must have an active Reliability Security Clearance (Consultant must reside in Canada for a minimum of 5 years to be eligible to apply for the client's Secret Security Clearance).Position OverviewWe are seeking a Solution Architect to support the Plan Administration Modernization MCLGA (PAMM) initiative. PAMM delivers customer-facing enterprise portal solutions and integrates with Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) platforms for authentication and authorization. The Solution Architect is a thought leader who owns the architectural vision for PAMM, develops solution strategies and roadmaps, and enables successful delivery through strong governance, collaboration, and technical leadership.Ideal Resource for this RoleCIAM / Identity architecture: strong understanding of SSO/OIDC/OAuth2, MFA, token/claim design, session management, identity lifecycle,



and secure integration patterns.Authorization model design: ability to design and operationalize RBAC/ABAC/ReBAC patterns, including policy management, entitlement modeling, and auditability.Secure, Customer-Facing Portal Architecture: experience designing scalable web portal solutions with usability, availability, and security built in (including OWASP considerations)Integration Architecture: API-first design (REST/GraphQL where applicable), event-driven patterns, system-to-system integration, and dependency mapping across teams.Cloud-native and platform acumen: practical knowledge of cloud landing zones, networking, secrets management, observability, resilience patterns, and cloud integration approachesArchitecture governance & SDLC gates: producing fit-for-purpose artifacts (HLD/LLD, ADRs, threat models) and guiding solutions through formal reviews.Risk management and security mindset: ability to identify security/privacy risks early, assess trade-offs, and drive mitigation plans in regulated environments.Systems thinking and roadmap leadership: Capability to define target-state architecture, sequencing, and transition states for multi-year modernization programs.Stakeholder influence & communication: clear articulation of options, trade-offs, and rationale to technical and non-technical audiences; strong facilitation skillsAgile Delivery Leadership: working effectively with product and delivery teams (Scrum/Kanban), enabling iterative delivery while maintaining architectural integrity.ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end architectural analysis across multiple delivery teams to ensure alignment to a unified solution strategyOwn the architectural vision for PAMM and guide solution design decisions to achieve business, customer,



and security outcomesTranslate business, security, and technical requirements into high-quality end-to-end solution designsDesign secure access and authorization patterns using modern access management frameworks (RBAC, ABAC, ReBAC)Ensure consistent application of enterprise architecture standards, patterns, and capabilitiesFollow architecture governance processes and prepare artifacts for gate-based SDLC reviews and architecture forumsIdentify architectural risks, gaps, and dependencies, including CIAM dependencies, and recommend mitigation strategiesAct as a trusted technology advisor to Product Owners, delivery teams and program leadershipSupport roadmap planning, sequencing, and scope definition for complex, multi-year initiativesProvide coaching and mentorship to technical teams and support developers on complex design and integration challengesContribute to early-stage technology research, prototyping, and evaluation of emerging tools and approachesOperate effectively within Agile delivery environments, balancing iterative delivery with architectural integrityQualifications and Skillset for this RoleA bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering (or equivalent) with 8+ years of proven experience performing in a Solution Architect or Enterprise Architect role within complex enterprise environmentsStrong experience with gate-based SDLC and architecture governanceDeep expertise in end-to-end solution architecture, including complex integrations and API designWorking knowledge of API driven and event-driven microservice-based architecture patternsExperience with cloud native architecture and cloud integration patternsStrong ability to translate business, security and technical requirements into transparent architectural directionExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate trade-offs, risks and feasibilityExperience working in Agile (Scrum/Kanban) delivery environmentsAbility to lead through ambiguity, challenge assumptions, and provide architectural thought leadership#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Solutions Architect - $100 - $115 An Hour (Toronto)
🏢 Brainhunter Systems
📍 Toronto