Chief Solution Architect

Banque Nationale du Canada$125K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 7-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience as a Solutions Architect within the financial services industry.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with systems integration technologies, including APIs, microservices, ESBs, and Kafka.
  • Experience with Java, Kafka, and Kubernetes is considered an asset.
  • Experience with both relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Sybase, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Knowledge of security concepts and standards, including SAML, OAuth, and OpenID.
  • Experience with AWS cloud solutions, with AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate certification as an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Mobilize subject matter experts to design solutions meeting business requirements.
  • Demonstrate authentic and servant leadership.
  • Participate in peer reviews and offer support to fellow architects.
  • Simplify and promote the architecture governance process among teams.
  • Contribute to the evolution of solution architecture practice.
  • Evaluate costs of proposed solutions and their implementation.
  • Stay informed on technological trends and convey their business impact to various audiences.
  • Ensure successful delivery of activities from development through production deployment.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness program with various options.
  • Flexible group insurance.
  • Generous pension plan.
  • Employee Share Ownership Plan.
  • Employee and family assistance program.
  • Preferential banking services.
  • Opportunities for involvement in community initiatives.
  • Telemedicine service and virtual sleep clinic.
Full Job Description
A career as a Chief Solutions Architect within the Wealth Management team at National Bank means acting as a specialist in the design and implementation of innovative solutions. Through your leadership, experience, and advanced expertise in technology and systems integration, you will have a direct impact on both the client experience and the profitability of the business sector. Your advanced knowledge of technology and solution architecture practices will enable you to support our brokerage and investment specialists in delivering innovative solutions.

Your job
  • Mobilize various subject matter experts to design solutions that meet both functional and non-functional business requirements while aligning with the organization's strategic objectives.
  • Demonstrate authentic leadership and a servant leadership mindset.
  • Participate in peer reviews and support fellow architects when they require assistance.
  • Simplify and promote the architecture governance process among project teams.
  • Contribute to the evolution and continuous improvement of the solution architecture practice.
  • Evaluate implementation and maintenance costs of proposed solutions.
  • Stay informed of technological trends and understand their impact on business processes and applications, communicating these impacts effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Contribute to the preparation and execution of planning exercises (SAFe PI Planning).
  • Ensure the successful delivery of activities under your responsibility, from development through production deployment, while maintaining high-quality technology solutions.


Your Team

You are part of a team of 20 colleagues in the wealth Management sector and report to a Senior Manager. Our team stands out for its culture of collaboration, mutual support among its members and an environment that fosters expertise sharing, innovation and leadership developmentAs a Senior Architect or Senior Solutions Architect, you will work in a community of practise committed to architectural excellence and continuous improvement. You will work with specialists in various fields to design technological solutions that add high value to the organisation.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on on on-the-job learning, help you master your profession and develop new fields of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Centre and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at any time.

Prerequisites
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 7 to 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience as a Solutions Architect within the financial services industry.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with systems integration technologies, including APIs, microservices, ESBs, Kafka, and similar technologies.
  • Experience with Java, Kafka, and Kubernetes is considered an asset.
  • Experience with both relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Sybase, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Knowledge of security concepts and standards, including SAML, OAuth, and OpenID.
  • Experience with AWS cloud solutions (AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate certification is an asset).


Languages:

English, French

Reason to require this language: you will need to work closely with our colleagues outside Quebec.

Skills

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Agile Methodologies Amazon Web Services Apache Kafka Artificial Intelligence DevOps Java Solution Architecture Teamwork Technology Integration Architecture Governance Decision Making Domain-Driven Design Kubernetes Microservices Influencing

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you'll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

* Health and wellness program, including many options

* Flexible group insurance

* Generous pension plan

* Employee Share Ownership Plan

* Employee and family assistance program

* Preferential banking services

* Involvement in community initiatives

* Telemedicine service

* Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees' ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

About Banque Nationale du Canada

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Banque Nationale du Canada is committed to supporting its employees through comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and a culture that promotes work-life balance. The company’s benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, alongside retirement plans and paid time off. The inclusive culture at Banque Nationale du Canada ensures that all team members feel valued and respected.

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The bank champions professional growth and offers numerous resources for career advancement, including workshops, seminars, and continued education programs. Employees at Banque Nationale du Canada are encouraged to harness their potential and advance their careers within the company.

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