Who we areYou know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.As theEnterprise Architect, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our technology vision. Reporting to the CIO, you will work with the Information Systems leadership team to establish and maintain a technology architecture that supports the firm’s business objectives. You will oversee the technical design of our key projects, guiding our engineering team to ensure the solution is efficient and robust, and that it fits into our overall architecture. Your role is fundamental to our firm’s success, ensuring that our technology investments are strategically aligned with our business goals. By defining the technology vision and overseeing the roadmap, you will ensure that our architecture is future‑ready, scalable, and capable of supporting our innovation and growth.ResponsibilitiesVision & StrategyDevelop a vision for the firm’s technology architecture, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and objectivesTechnology RoadmapCreate, maintain, and communicate the technology roadmap, ensuring it supports the firm’s business goalsArchitecture GovernanceEstablish standards, guidelines, and best practices for technology architecture across the organization, promoting consistency and scalabilityStakeholder CollaborationWork closely with senior business leaders, IT teams, and other key stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into solutions within the architectureInnovation & Emerging TechnologiesEvaluate new technologies and trends,



recommending solutions that drive innovation for the firmLeveraging extensive technology experience and business background, guide the introduction of new technologies that bring significant benefit to the firmRisk ManagementIdentify and mitigate technology‑related risks to ensure a robust, secure, and resilient architectureContinuous ImprovementMonitor, assess, and evolve the technology architecture to support changing business requirements and market conditionsDoane Grant ThorntonIf you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.Discoveryourpurple.CaQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fieldProven experience in enterprise architecture and technology strategyStrong understanding of business processes, data governance, and how technology can enable business successStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills.



Proven ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.Solid technical background in software development practices and architecture designProven experience leading large scale projects with firm‑wide impact, reporting to the executive client group7+ years experience with Microsoft Azure, Dynamics 365 Applications, Dataverse, DevOps practices and tools10 years experience of technical design ownership, including enterprise‑level projects5+ years of system integration design experience, leveraging ETLs and event‑based servicesExcellent communication skills and ability to establish strong working relationshipsAt Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.What's in it for you?Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge‑like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!At Doane Grant Thornton, we believe compensation should reflect more than just market data—it should reflectyou.We’re serious about compensation. We benchmark regularly across a wide spectrum of roles, industries, sectors, and levels to ensure our ranges are bothcompetitive and current.But we don’t stop there. We also consider theunique strengths, experiences, and impacteach individual brings to the table. Our salary ranges are reviewed annually, and where you land within the range depends on a mix of factors— your background, your skills, and how your contributions align with internal equity.To help start the conversation, the current salary range for this role is $150,000–$195,000 in Toronto, ON. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?Apply today and join a firm that puts community and innovation first.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Enterprise Architect - C$150,000 - C$195,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Doane Grant Thornton
📍 Toronto