Are you an expert in designing solutions to complex business and technology problems? Do you enjoy forming and socializing fact‑based architectural opinions grounded in hands‑on experience and sound judgment? If so, you could be a successful Principal Solution Architect at OMERS, joining the Solution Architecture community within Data & Technology (D&T), reporting into Architecture leadership. This role is pivotal in shaping and delivering high‑quality, integrated solution designs for complex initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with business, delivery, and technology teams across OMERS and Oxford Properties to design solutions that are fit‑for‑purpose, aligned with portfolio direction, and consistent with enterprise architecture standards. As a member of this team, your responsibilities will include Solution Architecture Leadership Own end‑to‑end solution architecture for complex, cross‑functional initiatives from ideation through realization Translate business outcomes, constraints, and priorities into coherent solution designs Ensure alignment with portfolio roadmaps and enterprise architecture direction Application & Integration Design Define solution structures, application interactions, and integration patterns Ensure consistency with architectural standards, principles, and target‑state direction Information & Data Design Define and validate solution‑level data flows, ownership, quality, and lifecycle considerations Ensure information design supports business outcomes, integration, and governance expectations Technology & Non‑Functional Design Shape solution use of platforms, infrastructure, and environments Address non‑functional requirements such as performance, scalability, availability, resilience, and operability Analysis, Evaluation, and Trade‑offs Identify architectural risks, dependencies, and trade‑offs Provide clear, defensible recommendations supported by analysis and experience Contribute to option assessments, high‑level designs, and proofs of concept as required Collaboration & Governance Build consensus with delivery teams, SMEs, and stakeholders with diverse priorities Clearly communicate complex architectural concepts in written, verbal, and presentation formats Participate in, contribute to, and occasionally present at architecture governance forums Mentorship & Practice Contribution Mentor Solution Architects and contribute to the continuous improvement of the architecture practice Support the evolution of architectural standards, patterns, and reusable assets Capability Expectations Solution‑Level Authority Demonstrated authority in at least two of the following areas at the solution level: Translating business capabilities and processes into solution designs Designing application structures, integrations, and interaction patterns Defining solution‑level data models, flows, and information ownership Designing platform, infrastructure, and non‑functional solution characteristics Cross‑Discipline Integration Active working capability across three of the areas above at the solution level, enabling effective design, review, and challenge of cross‑cutting decisions Breadth & Portfolio Awareness Ability to engage meaningfully across all solution concerns (business, application, information, and technology) Awareness of portfolio‑level standards, patterns, and roadmaps in at least two of those areas, enabling alignment beyond a single initiative Experience Requirements 10+ years of experience designing and delivering complex technology solutions Proven experience translating business requirements into end‑to‑end solution architectures Experience working within large, complex technology ecosystems, including combinations of cloud, SaaS, and on‑premise platforms Strong track record of influencing architectural decisions across delivery teams Nice to Haves University degree in engineering, computer science, or a related quantitative discipline, or equivalent experience Experience in Pension, Asset Management, or Financial Services environments Relevant certifications such as: Cloud architecture certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP, OCI, etc.) Architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) Security or data‑related certifications We believe that time together in the office is important for OMERS and Oxford, the strength of our employees, and the work we do for our pension members. In delivering on our pension promise, keeping us connected to our work and each other, our flexible hybrid work guideline requires teams to come in to the office 4 days per week.  This posting is for an existing vacancy. The expected salary range for this position is $138,000 - $188,000 per year. You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award pursuant to our Short-term Incentive plan and our Long-Term Incentive plan (if applicable), and to participate in our group benefits and retirement plans – details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters.