Solutions Architect (API & Business Automation) (Toronto)

Position Overview Permanent Full Time Canada Life is looking to hire a Solutions Architect for the Business Automation Team. Responsibilities Define, design and facilitate a solution architecture that leverages enterprise capabilities and efficient usage of process, technology, data, and people to align these capabilities. Consult with business partners and delivery stakeholders as well as Enterprise Architecture peers. Lead the definition of and maintain the technical architecture(s), ensure the solution meets the organizational policies and regulations. Own the architectural decisions for the team and lead technical vision and direction for the solution. Focal point for significant infrastructure and development issues ensuring quality designs and helping with diagnostics & resolving technical issues. Build roadmap(s) for implementing software and technology best practices in alignment with enterprise architecture. Proactively identify opportunities where solutions can enhance organizational efficiency. Actively coach the team to solve complex problems. Keep abreast of latest technological/industry trends. Trusted technology advisor/advocate for business units. Support the development of technology roadmaps and proposals to achieve business plans. Foster a high-performance culture and influence this culture within Canada Life. Work closely with all team members to create solutions that accommodate future architectural changes and designs. Identify critical driving forces of process, data, people, and technology at the highest levels. Qualifications 6+ years of relevant experience in complex IT environments. Bachelor of Computer Science / Software Engineering degree or equivalent experience. Excellent communication + relationship building skills. Demonstrated leadership experience. Robust hands‑on experience with Business Automation capabilities: Content Management, Content Creation & Doc Composition, Rules Engine, Doc Exchange, Knowledge Management. Minimum of two capabilities required. Preferably have experience with products like IBM FileNet, CP4BA, Open Text, Appian, Rules Engine to design scalable, secure & high-performance solutions. Hands‑on experience with detailed design specification, system architecture & technical specifications and a good understanding of WF & ECM principles. Experience with cloud computing: PaaS, IaaS, SaaS and relevant cloud providers and platforms (AWS, Azure, IBM, EKS, Docker, OpenShift). Integration skills and knowledge of other development languages, DBMS, APIs, Micro Services. Effectively communicate high‑level concepts and solutions with technology and business teams and stakeholders. Demonstrate an advanced level of analysis of the big picture while maintaining a level of detail appropriate to the context of a variety of situations. Have a high degree of initiative in an ambiguous environment and challenge, impact and influence. Gauge, express, and communicate risk. Assets / Nice to Have Experience in the financial services industry or in a similar complex and regulated industry. Experience with business process modernization (e.g. moving to a paperless environment). Experience with working with an enterprise automation framework. Experience developing current/target state architecture and roadmaps. Experience with leading productization of PoC’s into enterprise grade services. Compensation The base salary for this position is between $86,300.00 – $130,000.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus, commission etc.). Benefits Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry‑leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement. Health & Wellness: Versatile health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well‑being. Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day. Financial Security: Company‑matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options. Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more! Emphasis on Community: Workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events. Equal Opportunity Employer Canada Life is committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact . All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. Life would like to thank all applicants; however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pre1x