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Why Work Here?Employees at ATCO are offered endless variety. We are entrepreneurial with a large degree of autonomy and freedom, experiencing new situations and learning opportunities every day. Internal advancement is commonplace, and we are always supported in our career journey. We believe in creating a workplace where you can thrive professionally while contributing to something greater, serving our communities and shaping the future.About the Role:We are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect to join us in the exciting work we do in Canadian Utilities Limited. Reporting to the Manager, Architecture, you will get to plan, architect, and provide directions on activities related to the implementation of software, technologies, and third-party solutions. In this position, you will also be responsible for research and opportunity assessments of appropriate technology based on requirements and constraints, leveraging your knowledge across a wide range of technologies and emerging trends to identify enhancements and evolve the technology portfolio and processes. This is a techno-functional role where your technical and functional consultancy skills will be at use for enterprise applications.What You Get to Do:Solution ArchitectureProvide expertise to ensure the realization of changes and enhancements to the implemented systems, and develop architecture for all Enterprise Applications, components, extensions, integrations, and reportsProvide leadership of the overall solution design and configuration of Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) applicationsWork with technical teams, business partners/specialists across application groups and 3rd parties to understand the current state and identify constraints in defining the future state architecture for applications & related interfacesWork with Data Architecture, Security Architecture, Infrastructure SMEs, and project teams to ensure all aspects of the architecture are defined in conjunction with ATCO standards, policies, priorities and best practicesManage the application portfolio in terms of technology currency, business agility, technology evolution, business fit, opportunities to improve efficiencies and Total Cost of OwnershipDevelop the architecture artifacts (Architecture Blueprint, Architecture Decisions, Application Roadmap) based on ATCO practicesFacilitate small to large group meetings for reviewing technical architecture, decision making and problem solvingCollaborationAct as a bridge between technical and business stakeholders during solution development to ensure proposed solution meet immediate and strategic business objectives of external Stakeholders (Business Analyst, Business Users, Technology/Application SMEs)Collaborate with Principal Architects, Solution Architects and other project team members to validate solution architectures, technical designs, system deployments and support documentation covering all architecture, design, and operational aspectsAssist the Project Manager with the technical aspects of planning, quality control, change control and risk managementCollaborate with various departments, architects, project managers, business relationship management and technical leads to develop estimates and overall implementation solution planWork with application, security, infrastructure, and other operational support teams, as well as project teams to resolve technical design, implementation, or operational technology issuesEngage with vendors, third party, and other industry experts to stay aware of ERP vendor roadmaps, functional capabilities, and lessons learnedIndustry Knowledge and Technology UtilizationMaintain a broad, enterprise-wide view of the business and varying degrees of appreciation for strategy, processes, and capabilities, enabling technologies, and governanceStay current on industry trends, process improvement methodologies, and architecture best practicesEnsure alignment of Technology Strategy with Business StrategyProvides support in the appropriate research into current and emerging technology trends to determine how these may add value to the business and provide appropriate briefings to technical and non-technical audiencesOperations ManagementAssist with the development, documentation, communication, and enforcement of a policy for standardizing technology, configurations, and software as necessaryMaintain and publish solution architecture artifacts to keep them current and usableDevelop in-depth knowledge of the companys existing architecture and technology footprintIdentify inefficiencies and gaps in current processes and technology portfolio and recommend solutionsEvaluate new technologies fit in current architectureIdentify and develop opportunities for application reuse, migration, or retirementWhat You Bring:Post-secondary degree in related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.Minimum of 15 years business/IT industry experienceProven experience in architecting and implementing solutions using COTS and SaaS applications across domains such as HR, finance, asset management, customer service, or operations.Strong knowledge of integration patterns, data flows, APIs, and middleware platforms.Experience with Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), Web Services, REST/SOAP APIsFamiliarity with a variety of different architectural frameworks, patterns, and standardsFamiliarity with architectural modelling techniquesStrong communication and documentation skills, capable of working with both technical and non-technical audiences.Excellent understanding of the architectural principles of cloud-based platforms including IaaS, PaaS, CaaS and SaaSTOGAF Certification is preferredWhat We Offer:A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellenceCompetitive compensationFlex benefitsTuition assistance programTraining and mentorship programsCharitable donation matchingWe would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world atATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information.In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional territories and homelands on which many of our ATCO operations and facilities are located. We honour and respect the diverse history, languages, ceremonies, and culture of the Indigenous Peoples who call these areas home. #J-18808-Ljbffr