Application Architect

TL;DR

Application Architect: Designing and implementing robust application architectures within the enterprise infrastructure with an accent on TOGAF principles, service-oriented design, and technology integration. Focus on creating scalable, flexible solutions that align with business strategies while reducing redundancy and optimizing technology operations.

Location: Toronto (Hybrid)

Salary: $89,000 - $132,000

Company

hirify.global is a financial services organization committed to providing life insurance and financial solutions while fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.

What you will do

• Serve as the technical SME for enterprise applications, providing direction on solution design and development.
• Contribute to architectural standards and promote the adoption of TOGAF principles across IT.
• Assess project proposals and designs for architectural compliance throughout the implementation lifecycle.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Lead application performance assessments and provide creative solutions to business leaders.
• Ensure application architectures remain flexible and aligned with evolving business strategies.

Requirements

• University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in application design patterns and enterprise architecture frameworks like TOGAF.
• Strong technical background in .NET and Java technologies.
• Experience with service-oriented architectures, including ESB, SOAP, XML, and integration design patterns.
• Working knowledge of mainframe systems and software development methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to business stakeholders effectively.

Nice to have

• Understanding of the life insurance business and financial services domains.
• Experience with web technologies including HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and Angular.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to an equal opportunity environment with a focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity.
• Competitive base salary with potential participation in a discretionary variable incentive plan.
• Supportive and accessible candidate experience with accommodations available upon request.