Description
Position Description:
We are looking for an experienced IT Solutions Architect, specialized in Microsoft and .NET environments, to lead the design and evolution of strategic application solutions. The role focuses on modernizing existing environments, ensuring performance, security, and sustainability of technology assets, and contributing to the success of large-scale projects.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
• Gather, analyze, and clarify requirements from internal and external stakeholders.
• Propose innovative, user-centric, and value-added application solutions.
• Design the functional, software, and technical architecture of solutions.
• Identify relevant software components to meet business needs.
• Draft recommendations, technical documentation, and architectural guidelines.
• Contribute to RFP preparation and technology product selection.
• Ensure integration, transition, and alignment of different platforms.
• Guide and support development teams throughout project execution.
• Conduct technical and financial analyses to recommend the best technology approaches.
• Identify risks and ensure the viability, integrity, and security of solutions across their lifecycle (development, migration, operations, maintenance).
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Contribute to technology modernization and the evolution of application environments.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
• Excellent listening, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to formalize requirements and produce clear, structured architecture deliverables.
• Expertise in evaluating total cost of ownership (TCO) and solution modeling.
• Strong knowledge of:
o Cloud: Microsoft Azure (infrastructure, application services, security).
o Development: .NET Core, C#, React.
o APIs: design and management (RESTful, API Management).
o Databases: SQL, NoSQL.
o Security: Identity and Access Management (IAM), logging, monitoring, disaster recovery.
o DevOps practices: CI/CD, continuous integration, automated testing, containerization.
• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery methodologies.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills for complex issues.
• Independent thinker with the ability to integrate diverse concepts into original solutions.
Education
• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Assets
• Knowledge of geolocation technologies.
• Experience in public works or urban engineering environments (an advantage).
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Bilingualism (French and English) is required for this position due to the nature of the role requiring interaction with national and global clients.
Use of the term ‘architect’ in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices architecture or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial architect regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT architect-related functions, but licensure from an architect regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Architecture is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.
Skills:
- .NET
- French
- RESTful (Rest-APIs)
- Solutions Architecture
What you can expect from us:
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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.
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