Software Solutions Architecture Advisor

Job title: Software Solutions Architecture Advisor

Company: Randstad


Job description: As a Software Solutions Architecture Advisor, you will be responsible for translating requirements into solutions that comply with the design, ensuring delivery for all aspects (architecture lead). You will ensure the integrity and quality of solutions from end to end, while providing multidisciplinary leadership within the delivery teams. You will collaborate with various business teams and be responsible for maintaining traceability of architectural decisions. This full remote position offers the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role.Advantages
Full remote position with potential for permanence.
Opportunity to work on strategic digital projects.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external suppliers.
Dynamic and stimulating work environment.
Possibility to contribute to large-scale digital transformation initiatives.Responsibilities
Provide cross-functional leadership within the solution delivery team and among surrounding stakeholders, including external vendors.
Translate business requirements into actionable solutions and ensure that all deliverables align with the architectural design.
Ensure the end-to-end integrity, quality, and consistency of the solution from design through deployment.
Guarantee proper alignment and integration of the solution within existing ecosystems to minimize potential issues.
Lead solution review governance by proposing, reviewing, and approving architecture decisions in accordance with enterprise frameworks.
Support overall project success by facilitating effective schedule, scope, and budget management.
Maintain a clear traceability of architectural decisions, validate technical documentation, and ensure updates to all impacted permanent records.
Uphold adherence to the organization’s architectural approach and process methodologies.
Contribute to the evolution and enforcement of enterprise-wide directives, standardized tools, methodologies, and approved architectural frameworks.
Serve as application owner within the enterprise repository, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on the systems and technologies under their purview.
Conduct ongoing monitoring of architecture trends in alignment with established enterprise standards and practices.Qualifications
Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution capabilities.
Proven ability to manage multiple facets of complex projects simultaneously.
High tolerance for ambiguity, uncertainty, and frequent change.
Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams, including both internal and external resources.
Experience designing high-volume, high-availability systems and applications.
Strong understanding of key strategic IT technologies.
Proficient in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), DevOps practices, Agile methodologies, MVP, LEAN, and ITIL.
Familiar with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and Zachman.
Advanced proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written; bilingualism is a valued asset.
Knowledge of the financial services and insurance sectors is considered an asset.
Digital transformation and large-scale project experience are considered valuable assets.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, mathematics, or another relevant discipline.
Over 10 years of experience in IT, with a minimum of 7 years as an architecture professional involved in large-scale projects and organizations.Summary
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Software Solutions Architecture Advisor for a full remote position, lasting until March 31, 2026, with potential for permanent employment. The ideal candidate will act as an integrator advisor, supervising two other architects and developing roadmaps for digital projects. A comprehensive knowledge of technologies, particularly in the field of property and casualty insurance, is required. The role involves strategic responsibilities, including managing relationships with suppliers and overseeing two delivery streams.Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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Location: Quebec City, QC

Job date: Sat, 10 May 2025 06:01:15 GMT

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