RQ10992 - Applications Architect - Intermediate

Assignment Type - Onsite: This position is listed as "Onsite"; the resource is expected to work 7.25 hours per calendar day between the standard working hours of 8:00-5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks) every Monday to Friday inclusive at the identified OPS office location. These conditions are subject to change as the OPS reflects on its current situation. During the duration of the assignment you will be under the discretion of the Hiring Manager's requirements for the Project you are assigned to.

MUST HAVES:

At least 10 years of experience

Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications.

Proficiency with Microsoft suite including Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint.

Experience with enterprise level Architecture Standards and artifacts (e.g., Business Architecture Document, Solutions Architecture Document, Solution Requirements Document, and Information Architecture Document).

Experience in using technical solution design and prototyping tools to assist in JAD and design sessions with stakeholders

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Skills and Knowledge:

Experience with leading information technology (IT) architecture, enterprise architecture frameworks, strategies and methodologies within a variety of domains such as Business, Technology, Application, and/or Security.

Experience with planning, design, delivery and implementation of architecture solutions for large scale, complex, multi-year I&IT projects required to meet the critical business requirements of our ministry client(s) impacting external stakeholders.

Experience leading project's Gating and enterprise level Architecture Review Board activities for different stage of the project and getting the necessary approval.

Knowledge of Solution design and Business Analysis experience at the specified level in large IT organizations

Mandatory Requirements:

At least 10 years of experience

Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of applications.

Excellent facilitation and presentation skills

Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills.

A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines.

Proficiency with Microsoft suite including Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint.

Experience with enterprise level Architecture Standards and artifacts (e.g., Business Architecture Document, Solutions Architecture Document, Solution Requirements Document, and Information Architecture Document).

Experience in using technical solution design and prototyping tools to assist in JAD and design sessions with stakeholders

Criteria Ratings

Criteria 1 Technical Experience / Skills

Criteria 1 Points 40 points

Criteria 1 Details

Experience in technical and functional design and architecture, especially for applications on Cloud and SaaS, experience with cloud technologies.

Experience leading technical teams to ensure solution design adherence for all phases and aspects of a large-scale integrated projects.

Deep understanding of application architecture patterns (e.g., layered, microservices, event-driven)

Expertise in designing and consuming RESTful and Web Services APIs

Strong knowledge of integration patterns and tools

Strong grasp of enterprise security principles and application security best practices. Knowledge of leading industry and enterprise-level best practices and standards in architecture, software and systems engineering, design and development tools and techniques, and software lifecycle methodologies.

Knowledge of enterprise IT strategy development, business process modelling, data modelling, and/or information management, business analysis, design and process re-engineering.

Criteria 2 Architecture Knowledge / Experience

Criteria 2 Points 35 points

Criteria 2 Details

Experience in the development of business, solution and information architectures and the use of architecture modeling tools such as Power Designer and Enterprise Architect.

Experience developing architecture artifacts for enterprise-level architecture checkpoints and gating (e.g., Business Architecture Document, Solutions Architecture Document, Solution Requirements Document, and Information Architecture Document)

Experience in the use of business architecture and modeling software such as Power Designer, Enterprise Architecture.

Demonstrated experience in solution design and architecture.

Experience planning and coordinating all phases of complex architecture for systems supporting both internal/external clients and stakeholders.

Experience with reviewing privacy and security related assessment reports to ensure privacy and security considerations and concerns are addressed in the architecture artifacts; Establish traceability matrix to monitor findings.

Criteria 3 Communication skills

Criteria 3 Points 20 points

Criteria 3 Details

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including executives, business leaders, and product owners.

Proficient in creating and presenting architecture documentation,

Skilled at articulating technical rationale behind architecture choices to development teams, security teams, and infrastructure personnel.

Ability to lead and facilitate architecture review boards, design sessions, and technical workshops.

Strong technical writing skills for authoring architecture specs, design patterns, integration guides, and governance policies.

Criteria 4 Public Sector Experience

Criteria 4 Points 5 points

Criteria 4 Details

Demonstrated experience in working in accordance with policies and procedures of Ontario Public Service would be an asset

Knowledge Transfer

Knowledge to be Transferred:

All documentation relating to Architecture, detailed system design, program specifications, all modifications and enhancements, and supporting documents.

Knowledge to be Transferred to:

Project Manager/Team Members

Details of Transfer:

(how transfer will occur)

1:1 meetings / team meetings / documentation on SharePoint site, throughout the duration of the project life cycle etc