Job Description

HM Note: This hybrid contract role is three (3) days in office. Candidates resume must include first and last name. Client is not looking for

Data Architects.

Description

Job Summary:

The

Senior I&IT Application Architect

will be a key strategic leader in designing and implementing the Ontario Public Sector's (OPS) next-generation application integration and architecture solutions. This senior role requires a visionary architect who can guide the integration of critical applications, with a focus on permit systems and compliance frameworks, leveraging the Microsoft Azure cloud platform to optimize and future-proof our infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with OPS enterprise architecture, a talent for cross-departmental collaboration, and a commitment to delivering resilient, scalable, and secure architectures aligned with the province's long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Architecture & Integration Framework Design

Develop and maintain

enterprise-wide architecture blueprints

for integrating multiple

critical OPS applications*.
Ensure

scalability, modularity, and compliance

with evolving

OPS and government standards

. Define and implement

architecture best practices

, ensuring alignment with OPS enterprise architecture guidelines.

Cloud Infrastructure Management (Microsoft Azure)

Serve as the

lead architect

for cloud infrastructure solutions on

Microsoft Azure*.
Design and optimize

resource allocation, security, and performance strategies

in Azure environments. Ensure compliance with

OPS cloud security policies

and public sector

regulatory requirements

.

Lead System Integration Efforts

Oversee

complex integration projects

, including

legacy-to-cloud transitions, permit systems, and inter-agency data sharing*.
Ensure

high availability, interoperability, and seamless functionality

across all integrated systems. Lead the adoption of

microservices, APIs, and middleware

to support enterprise system modernization.

Enterprise Standardization & Best Practices

Establish and enforce

enterprise architecture best practices*, design review standards, and governance policies.
Drive

continuous improvement initiatives

to enhance OPS

system performance and integration strategies

.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with

IT teams, project managers, and business stakeholdersacross OPS to align architectural solutions with strategic objectives. Provide

technical leadership and mentorship

to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles.

Risk Assessment & Compliance Oversight

Conduct

regular risk assessments and compliance audits

related to

privacy, security, and data integrity*.
Ensure all solutions meet

Ontario public sector regulatory requirements

and

ITIL framework

standards.

Performance Optimization & Future-Readiness

Monitor

system performance and scalability*, making recommendations for enhancements.
Ensure the

architecture is adaptable to future technological advancements and evolving OPS needs

.

Key Deliverables

:

Comprehensive Architecture Blueprint

Detailed documentation outlining the

integration framework for OPS applications

, emphasizing

scalability, modularity, and compliancewith OPS standards.

Azure Cloud Infrastructure Solution Designs

Technical documentation of

Azure-based infrastructure

, including

architecture diagrams, resource allocation strategies, security protocols, and disaster recovery plans*.

System Integration Plans and Roadmaps

Roadmaps and plans detailing the

integration of legacy systems, permit systems, and inter-agency data-sharing strategies*.
Clearly defined

milestones and performance metrics

for successful implementation.

Enterprise Architecture & Best Practices Documentation

Standardized

OPS architecture guidelines

, including

design review protocols, governance policies, and continuous improvement strategies*.

Risk Assessment & Compliance Reports

Regular reports addressing

privacy, security, and data integrity risks

, with

recommended action plans*.

Performance & Scalability Reports

Continuous

performance monitoring reports

, including

recommendations for optimizations

to ensure the

architecture remains future-ready*.



Skills
Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Required Qualifications:

Education

: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master's degree or certifications (e.g., TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect) are strongly preferred.

Experience

:

10+ years

of progressive experience in IT architecture and system integration. Demonstrated experience with OPS enterprise architecture standards, particularly within the Ontario public sector.

Strong track record

in designing, implementing, and optimizing Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure in large-scale, complex environments. Proven ability to integrate complex permit and application systems while managing cross-functional dependencies.

Technical Skills

:

Microsoft Azure

: Expert in Azure architecture, including security, networking, identity, data services, and monitoring.

Enterprise Integration

: Skilled in API development, ESB, microservices architecture, and middleware technologies. Familiarity with

ITIL processes

, specifically incident, change, and release management, and the PMO Stage Gate process in OPS. Knowledgeable in

cloud-based security practices

and compliance protocols relevant to OPS.

Leadership & Collaboration Skills

: Strong leadership abilities, with experience mentoring technical teams and influencing stakeholders across various levels. Exceptional communication skills, with an ability to bridge technical and business perspectives and align project outcomes with organizational goals.

Must Have:

Demonstrated experience with OPS enterprise architecture standards, particularly within the Ontario public sector.

Strong track record

in designing, implementing, and optimizing Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure in large-scale, complex environments.

Enterprise Integration

: Skilled in API development, ESB, microservices architecture, and middleware technologies. Experience designing multiple system integrations. * Previous OPS experience.