NET SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT (AZURE)

Position Description.
We offer the opportunity to work with Canada’s largest Information Technology Outsourcing and Management Consulting Company, rated as one of the top employers in Canada.
CGI is a true global presence in a fast-paced and energetic atmosphere where your personal and professional growth is accelerated by your desire and sense of commitment.
CGI’s continuous growth is a testament to the confidence clients place in them and to the dedication of their professionals.
At CGI, all employees are called members because they feel a powerful sense of ownership and accountability.
CGI is currently seeking a seasoned Solutions Architect to join our team.
If you're a passionate self-starter ready to make a real impact, CGI is the perfect fit for you.
Your future duties and responsibilities.
Architectural Responsibilities.
• Responsible for the architectural design (Solution and Data) and ensures compliance of solutions to Enterprise Architecture Principles and Technology Architecture Patterns.
• Accountable for technical delivery for assigned projects (Solution and Data).
• Leverage the current and approved technology portfolio, enterprise architectural standards, and established patterns to create solution and data designs that deliver the required business capabilities.
• Collaborate with other architects, developers, and engineers to create synergies and drive technology reuse within and across projects.
• Collaborate with Development Managers, IT & Business Directors, and IT & Business VPs to help gain consensus and drive decisions required for projects and/or initiatives.
Technical Leadership Responsibilities.
• Acts as the lead Technology Services representative in the delivery of technology solutions.
• Provides overall technical leadership and directs teams in the delivery of technology solutions.
• Partners with Project Managers, Portfolio Managers, and technical stakeholders to deliver on the following responsibilities for end-to-end technical delivery.
• Partners with PM to ensure a successful release to production including transition activities.
• Ensures the realization of the solution architecture, making sure it is operable & cost-effective.
• Leads and drives progress on all technical delivery aspects.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role.
• 10 plus years of in-depth experience giving you a deep understanding of Architectural Concepts, Systems Architecture, Distributed Systems Architecture, Client/Server Architecture, and overall IT Architecture • Must possess a broad understanding of technology and business operations and is able to provide holistic solutions to business problems or requirements.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of software design, application integration, and data integration.
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing canonical data models, SOA, messaging, and transformation patterns.
• Solid understanding of MS Azure, its architecture and all that it has to offer.
• Experience Architecting and implementing large scale Microsoft.
ET solutions in MS Azure.
• Experience Architecting and Scaling Microsoft.
ET applications on MS Azure.
• Experience discussing and explaining complex technical discussions to ‘C’ suite executives and developers alike.
• Experience doing code reviews, providing technical guidance and feedback to delivery teams.
Open to getting hands on once in a while as needed.
• Azure Solutions Architect designation would be a strong asset.
• Extensive knowledge in architectural patterns utilized for micro-services, event driven architecture and domain driven architecture.
• Current knowledge of industry best practices for software architecture.
• Strong oral communication, written and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to present complex technical information, in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences, in large and small groups.
• Experience or certifications related to cloud platforms is a plus.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines is preferred.
• Expertise in designing and managing APIs, including RESTful APIs and GraphQL is a plus.
#LI-NB5 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.
GraphQL RESTful (Rest-APIs) Solutions Architecture DevOps What you can expect from us.
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging.
Here, you’ll 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.
That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees.
We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value.
You’ll 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.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last.
You’ll 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 recognize the richness that diversity brings.
We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow.
If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We will be happy to assist.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.