RQ- Applications Architect

Position: RQ11513 - Applications Architect
Applied to both the process and the outcome of thinking out and specifying the overall structure, logical components, and the logical interrelationships of a computer, its operating system, a network, or other conception.

Defines the structure and relationship among applications, including the identification of re-usable components, quality level metrics, the organization and layering of software, and the determination of interfaces.

Responsibilities also include developing, implementing and managing at least one cross-platform application in a large and distributed environment, monitor the whole system, understand all interactions between components on a given level of abstraction, as well as to define limitations and requirements for source code.

Defines the interactions between application packages, databases and middleware systems.

Must Have

Experience:

Strong application/data/ information architect

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.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

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 : (40%)

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 : (35%)

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.

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.