Solutions Architect

On behalf of our public sector client. Affinity is looking for a Solutions Architect to work closely with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure that technology solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, and aligned with institutional goals. The position is responsible for designing and guiding the implementation of technology solutions that align with enterprise architecture principles.

Responsibilities:

Solution Architecture

• Design and implement solution architectures for assigned projects or initiatives.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure architectural alignment.

• Provide expert guidance on solution patterns, templates, and best practices.

• Document solution designs and contribute to the architecture repository.

• Pre-project opportunity assessment and estimation

Project Consulting & Delivery

• Support project teams by reviewing and advising on solution designs.

• Ensure solutions meet business requirements, technical standards, and compliance needs.

• Identify and communicate risks, trade-offs, and opportunities for optimization.

Technology Evaluation & Governance

• Evaluate software products and services for project suitability.

• Support adherence to architectural standards and governance processes.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work with business and IT stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Communicate complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Minimum 7 years of experience in IT solution development, with expertise in at least two of the following: application development, infrastructure, middleware, data architecture, or operations.

• Experience in higher education or public sector environments is an asset.

• Familiarity with frameworks such as TOGAF, ITIL, PMBOK, or ISO standards are assets.

• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles and agile methodologies.

• Good understanding of a breadth of functional areas of IT and depth of knowledge in several.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Proficiency in architectural modeling and documentation tools.

• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and project contexts.

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About Affinity:

Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca

Job Number: 12356