Applications Architect Senior

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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 stakeholders across 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 compliance with 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.

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