Senior Solution Architect

Position Description:

At CGI were a team of builders. We call our employees Partners because all who join CGI are building their own company one that has grown to 90000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976 CGI is a leading IT and business consulting services firm committed to helping clients succeed.

We are seeking a Solutions Architecture Consultant to deliver solutions in a large enterprise environment.

The Solutions Architect plays a vital role in shaping the technology landscape within the Enterprise Architecture team. This individual will lead the design and analysis of technology solutions to business problems as well as provide strategic advice to stakeholders on technology related matters. This role will facilitate and collaborate with all areas within IT and key business partners to ensure that solutions satisfy desired business outcomes that align with the business strategy.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

The Solutions Architect will require a deep knowledge and understanding of how the many components of systems work together to create a functioning ecosystem. The Solutions Architect will be a guiding force on the team as they create and document platform application and technology standards and roadmaps for the team:

. Facilitate and Collaborates to Deliver Business Outcomes within the Corporate Ecosystem
. Translate business strategy into solution architecture
. Lead Solutions Architecture Design and Analysis
. Design technology agnostic data integrations automations and application interfaces/contracts
. Perform impact analysis for architecture changes
. Prepare required solution architecture artifacts
. Align solutions to enterprise architecture framework
. Participate in solution assessment and technology selection
. Develop application design strategies and roadmaps
. Monitor solution development and provide mentorship

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

. Experience developing solution architecture for large-scale implementation projects
. In-depth knowledge of enterprise architecture disciplines such as business application data cloud and security
. In-depth knowledge of application development technologies and frameworks including web development client server multi-tier database and middleware
. Understanding and knowledge of system development life cycle methodologies (such as waterfall spiral agile software development rapid prototyping incremental synchronize and stabilize and DevOps)
. Knowledge and understanding of modeling languages (such as UML and ArchiMate)
. Experience with Cloud computing architectures for Azure AWS etc.
. High interest in emerging technologies like AI / ML / RPA
. Understanding of high-level disaster recovery framework planning design and implementation
. Knowledge of IT standards and controls
. Experience with IT service management (ITSM) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
. Experience proposing and estimating the financial impact of solution architecture alternatives

Professional attributes:

. Ability to work with domain architects and developers in an in-and-out outsourced environment
. Ability to work creatively and analytically to solve business problems and propose solutions
. Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies
. Strong facilitation capability
. Creativity and Critical Thinking
. Collaboration
. Adaptability and Versatility
. Decision Making
. Problem Solving
. Communication
. Deliverables Presentation

Education Requirements:

. Degree in computer science or related technology focused discipline and 5 years of experience including 2 years leading projects and/or supervising others.

CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors including but not limited to skill set level geographic market experience and training and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80000 to $155000.

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Use of the term architect in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices architecture or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial architect regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT architect-related functions but licensure from an architect regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Architecture is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Skills:

• Data Migration
• Solutions Architecture
• Technical Architecture

What you can expect from us:

Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation please inform your recruiter.

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