Software Architect - Cloud Platform Services (Richmond Hill)

As the Application Architect, you will be a hands-on technical leader responsible for defining, governing, and evolving application and integration architecture for Staples Canada’s platforms. We want an individual who will challenge the norm, strive to create the best experiences and someone who always puts the customer first. Define and maintain end-to-end application architecture for retail and e-commerce platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. Translate business capabilities and product roadmaps into explicit architectural patterns, reference designs, and technical guardrails. Partner with integration, middleware, and platform teams to ensure consistent use of patterns such as: API Gateway / Management; Data synchronization and caching strategies. Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools that improve application and integration capabilities and guide teams on the effective use of JavaScript, React, Node.js, .NET, and cloud services. Provide architectural guidance and mentorship to development teams across the full stack. Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Computer related field 7+ years of experience in application development and architecture (Node.js and/or .NET). Cloud platforms and DevOps practices; Source control, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile delivery. Solid understanding of object-oriented and service-oriented design principles. Health and Dental benefits Performance bonuses Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy. At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. We are building an inclusive and diverse team. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. # Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2oo8m7