SS&C Technologies

Business Systems Architect

SS&C Technologies$106K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of IT experience; at least 3 years in application architecture, 5 years in software design and development.
  • Strong expertise in structured and object-oriented programming; advanced knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
  • Solid understanding of SDLC, with proven experience in effort estimation and solution planning.
  • Ability to gather and negotiate client requirements; strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; experience in financial services or mutual funds is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop software solutions, focusing on data transformations for iFast client migrations.
  • Collaborate with clients and Project Managers to enhance client relationships and onboarding processes.
  • Prepare high-level statements of work (SOW) estimates and assist in early-stage project analysis.
  • Identify functionality gaps, define high-level solution design, architectural direction, and implementation strategies.
  • Provide subject matter expertise in application architecture, delivering technical guidance aligned with business strategies.
  • Lead Agile activities, including sprint planning and daily scrums, ensuring quality and consistency in system documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  • Flexible working arrangements including hybrid options.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technologies and international clients.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Title: Business System Architect

Location(s): Toronto, Canada

Status: Open

What You Will Get To Do:
  • Design and develop software solutions focused on data transformations, with a primary emphasis on iFast client migrations.
  • Collaborate directly with clients and Project Managers to build strong relationships and continuously improve client satisfaction and onboarding processes.
  • Support project planning by preparing high-level statements of work (SOW) estimates and contributing to early-stage project analysis.
  • Identify functionality gaps and help define high-level solution design, architecture direction, and implementation approach.
  • Provide subject matter expertise in application architecture and deliver technical guidance aligned with business strategies.
  • Lead Agile activities, including sprint planning and daily scrums, while reviewing system and application documentation to ensure quality and consistency.


What You Will Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 10+ years of IT experience, including 3+ years in application architecture and 5+ years in software design and development.
  • Strong expertise in structured and object-oriented programming, along with advanced knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
  • Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and proven experience in effort estimation and solution planning.
  • Demonstrated ability to gather and negotiate client requirements, paired with strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal in English), with experience in financial services or mutual fund applications considered an asset.


Nice to Have:
  • Experience working in Agile environments and familiarity with the iFast application.
  • Exposure to technologies such as OpenEdge ABL, C#, or JEE.


No phone calls or email applications please. We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those under consideration will be contacted.

Salary Range: $106,000 - $120,000

This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally and externally.

You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must be able to provide a valid work or study permit, if selected for an interview.

SS&C uses AI tools to help screen and assess applicants by analyzing resumes and applications to identify candidates whose skills match our needs. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making

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Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

About SS&C Technologies

SS&C Technologies is a provider of software products and software-enabled services to the financial services industry. The company's products and services are used by various financial institutions, including banks, hedge funds, private equity firms, and insurance companies. SS&C operates in three business segments: Institutional and Investment Management, Alternative Asset Management, and Insurance and Financial Services. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut.
Learn more about SS&C Technologies
Size
24,900 employees
Market Cap
$13.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$625.2 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+27.8%
Revenue
$4.6 billion
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