Solutions Architect

Solutions Architect/Enterprise Architect- 24 106 Number of Vacancies: 2 Hourly Rate: $90.00- $115.00 per hour/ INC. Duration: 12 months Hours of work: 35 Location: Downtown Toronto (Hybrid – 2 days remote- Please note, this team is relocating to Whitby, ON in August 2025 so there will be a change of location. We are recruiting for two Solutions Architects to join our client on an initial 12-month contract. This is a hybrid position 3 days on site in Downtown Toronto and 2 days remote. Please note, this position will transition to a new office in Whitby, Oshawa by August 2025 where the same hybrid working policy applies. This is a great opportunity to join our client who is a leader in generating clean, safe, reliable, and low-cost power in the province of Ontario, Canada. The ideal candidates will be a well-rounded general solution architect with a primary focus on the selection, implementation, and integration of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) application software and a secondary focus on overseeing in-house developed web applications. This role requires a strong understanding of both traditional data center environments and Azure cloud implementations, as well as extensive experience with modern application platforms and IT standards. Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, select, and implement COTS application software with a preference for vendor-hosted SaaS solutions.
• Refresh existing applications to newer versions, migrate legacy applications to new software titles, and implement net new application titles.
• Ensure seamless integration of applications into the IT landscape, including Active Directory (AD), Cyber Security, Wintel, and Cloud Services.
• Review and ensure alignment of custom web applications with IT standards.
• Participate in updating and evaluating IT standards.
• Support re-platforming and modernizing legacy custom applications.
• API and Integration Management:
• Demonstrate proficiency in REST APIs for new application integration and updating older applications.
• Collaborate on integration requirements for COTS and custom applications.
• IT Landscape and Microsoft Ecosystem:
• Implement applications in both traditional data center and Azure environments.
• Leverage the Microsoft product suite (Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, SQL, .NET Core, PowerApps, etc.).
• Ensure solutions align with IT governance policies and security requirements.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external vendors to deliver solutions that meet business needs.

• Preferred 10-15 years experience as a Solution Architect/Enterprise Architect.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, engineering, system analysis or a related study, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of COTS and SaaS solutions, Azure cloud, and traditional data center environments.
• Proficiency in REST APIs, Single Sign-On, Entra ID, and modern application platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, Azure App Services).
• Familiarity with SAP, S4 Hana, ServiceNow, AS9, LeanIX, OT production environments, SCADA, PLCs, and data historians.
• Expertise in Microsoft development tools and platforms, including but not limited to Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, .NET Core, C#, SQL (Managed Instance, Azure SQL), Angular, jQuery, and ASP.NET Core.
• Knowledge of IT landscape integration components: AD, Cyber Security, Wintel, and general IT services.
• Experience with modern web development tools and standards (HTML 5.2+, Chromium Edge, Chrome, Firefox).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Flow) and Business Intelligence tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technology landscapes and business requirements.

• Demonstrated experience with Azure Kubernetes Service and Azure Application Gateway.
• Knowledge of OAuth 2.0 and related authentication frameworks.
• Understanding of IT standards revision and governance processes.