Senior Application Architect

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Client: Ministry of Government and Consumer Services GSIC

Location: 222 Jarvis St. (work remotely from home)

Role: Technology Architect

Term: 135 Business Days + renewal

Rate: $ Open

Start date: ASAP, 2021

RQ # 01901

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Requirements: What you'll need

Skills, Knowledge, Experience, and Qualifications

Responsibilities: 

Develops, recommends, implements and manages the technical architecture (hardware, software, database and communications) which will be used for all or specific applications in a large, distributed cross-platform environment. 

·       Responsibilities also include the identification of relevant information and the determination of the environment, which will be used for development. 
General Skills: 

·       Leadership experience in the development and implementation of technical architectures at the specified experience level 

·       Extensive experience with at least three different platforms, operating systems, environments, database technologies, and communications protocols 

·       Experience with middleware and gateways 

·       Knowledge of performance considerations in different environments 

·       Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development and implementation of applications 

·       Extensive experience in systems analysis and design in large systems environments 

·       Knowledge and experience designing processes around ITIL and is able to guide others using this methodology 

·       Experience translating business requirements into reporting needs 

·       Experience preparing conceptual, logical and/or physical processes and data models 

·       Experience developing, recommending, implementing and managing technical architecture 

·       Experience in the use of Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools and other software tools such as project management tools 

·       Awareness of emerging technologies, trends and directions 

·       Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills 

·       A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines 

·       Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models) 

Desirable Skills: 

·       Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models) based on Ontario Government Enterprise Architecture processes and practice 

·       Knowledge and understanding of Enterprise Content Management (Open Text ECM applications) 

·       Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Responsibilities:

·       Develops, recommends, implements and manages the technical architecture (hardware,

·       software, database and communications) which will be used for all or specific applications in a large, distributed cross-platform environment.

·       Responsibilities also include the identification of relevant information and the determination of the environment, which will be used for development.

Desirable Skills:

·       Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models) based on Ontario

·       Government Enterprise Architecture processes and practice

·       Knowledge and understanding of Enterprise Content Management (Open Text ECM

·       applications)

·       Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices

·       Review existing and emerging technologies and market trends to determine their potential impact on the enterprise strategy and architecture; develop strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and business functions

·       Identify and recommend areas appropriate for further study and participate in any Proof of Concept projects required to thoroughly investigate architectural possibilities and strengthen arguments for their adoption

·       Excellent understanding of integration architecture, application architecture, solution architecture and emerging technologies

·       10 – 12 years’ progressively senior experience in Information Technology with solid background in technology architecture planning, design, development and implementation

·       A minimum 8 years of technology, architecture/solution design experience

·       Demonstrated experience building out technology reference models, technology related strategies including cloud strategies, target state and/or reference architectures, technology roadmaps and IT standards and polices

·       Experience with cloud platforms such as multi-vendor Cloud Platform; professional certifications in cloud technologies considered an asset

·       Proficiency in all cloud service models: SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS

·       Familiarity with virtual networking, storage, firewalls, virtual servers and tiered application environments

·       Well versed in agile development, DevOps methodologies, automation practices and microservices architecture

·       Strong understanding and knowledge of various Enterprise Architecture methodologies (e.g., Zachman, TOGAF, FEA) and ability to adapt and develop hybrid applications of methodologies to meet the organization’s needs

·       Superior communication skills (verbal and written) to explain technical concepts to nontechnical people including senior business and I&IT leadership

·       Strong written communication skills to prepare documentation, including but not limited to, reports, reviews, assessments and position papers; presentation skills to present information and findings, options and recommendations to senior officials and managers; ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively and in a user-friendly manner; maintain a high level of customer service to both internal and external clients

·       Strong track record of building and maintaining solid relationships with internal and external customers and vendors

·       Self-motivated; able to work independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and to collaborate with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high quality solutions; high initiative and ability to prioritize in a high-pressure environment and ability to work on simultaneous projects

·       Ability to plan, set priorities, schedule and manage enterprise architecture projects as well as personal and team deliverables; strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment

Technical Skills - 45%

·       Experience in Information Technology with solid background in technology architecture

planning, design, development and implementation technology

Cloud Experience - 40%

·       J2EE

·       IBM Stack

·       Experience with cloud platforms

Communication Skills - 15%

·       Communication and presentation

10+ years’ progressively senior experience in Information Technology with solid

background in technology architecture planning, design, development and implementation

A minimum 8 years of technology, architecture/solution design experience

J2EE 

Web services 

Cloud

IBM Stack 

Multivendor cloud platform 

Nice to have:

Public Sector Experience

HOW TO APPLY

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