Solutions Architect

Requisition ID: 255398

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. The Solutions Architect will be responsible for overseeing the Private Banking domain needs end to end, create solutions that align with current requirements and strategically align to future state

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Prepare solution designs and estimate deliverables according to Scotiabank's policies, standards and templates based on business, project and systems specs
• Produce and maintain architectural and design documentations to support Private Banking business needs
• Collaborate with other software developers, business analysts and software architects to plan, design, develop, and maintain different applications
• Closely work with business partners to align on immediate needs and future state requirements.
• Apply innovative approach to developing process improvements and solutions
• Interact with stakeholders to collaborate, align and resolve issues
• Lead the team with a continuous improvement mindset, actively promote inclusivity and trust, promote an environment of curiosity and experimentation
• Ensure all solutions adhere to enterprise architecture principles, regulatory requirements and industry best practises
• Act with urgency and criticality, evaluate problems blockers and bottlenecks, identify actions to be taken, assist the team to recommend/implement solutions

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Bachelor (equivalent or higher) degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years architecture experience in creating and managing enterprise architectures and solutions
• Well-versed in contemporary engineering practices such as cloud computing, microservices, CI/CD, test automation, and DevOps Demonstrated success in delivering complex, highly available platforms serving customers.
• Experience with structured Enterprise Architecture practices, hybrid cloud deployments, and on-premise to cloud migration deployments and roadmaps.
• Experience building, architecting, designing, and implementing highly distributed global based systems.
• Experience in network infrastructure, security, data, or application development.
• Knowledge of technology solutions and ability to learn and work with emerging technologies, methodologies, and solutions in the Cloud/IT technology space.
• Outstanding communication, relationship management and problem-solving skills.
• Skilled at balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days, and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.