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Technical & Web Solutions Architect

Technical & Web Solutions Architect

Veracity Software IncVictoria, Capital Regional District, Canada
11 days ago
Job description

Requisition Name : Technical & Web Solutions Architect

Location of Services : Victoria (Remote anywhere in Canada)

Branch / Dept / Office : Service BC & GDX

Project Name : Government's Media Monitoring & Insights (MMI) Project and technology modernization

Estimated Work Start Date : 02-Jan-2025

Estimated Work End Date : 31-Mar-2025

Position : Architect Level 3

of Positions : 1

Standard Hours Per Day : 7.00

Estimated Work Days : 63.00

This is a procurement for 1 Architect Level 3 to work as the Technical & Web Solutions Architect on the BC Government's Media Monitoring & Insights (MMI) Project and technology modernization of the Province's Custom Web Platform. This role can be performed remotely within Canada, and resources must be available from 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM PST or as per business needs.

Architects at Experience Level 3 are usually technology specialists that can demonstrate in their submitted examples that they have successfully led multi-discipline analysis and design teams in support of complex projects, reporting to the senior project manager with individuals performing functions at a senior technical level reporting directly to them.

Architects at Experience Level 3 have expert knowledge of an underlying technology function, its integral components, and understand the strengths and weaknesses of a technology.

An Architect at Experience Level 3 is responsible for determining the suitability of a technology and for defining the best possible architecture. This role requires detailed knowledge of industry trends and vendor competencies within the subject area.

Experience :

  • Minimum of 5-8 years in architecture with a strong focus on designing and implementing scalable, secure solutions for public sector or large-scale digital transformation projects.

Technical Expertise :

  • Proficiency in cloud platforms such as OpenShift, AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and expertise in designing cloud-native architectures.
  • Deep understanding of microservices, APIs, and modular architecture.
  • Advanced knowledge of security standards and best practices, especially in public sector compliance, including data protection and privacy regulations.
  • Skills :

  • Strong analytical and strategic planning skills to assess existing architectures and propose practical solutions.
  • Proven ability to document technical requirements, develop roadmaps, and create architectural blueprints.
  • Excellent communication skills to translate complex technical information for diverse stakeholders.
  • Certifications (preferred) :

  • OpenShift, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
  • The Contractor's responsibilities will include :

  • Consult on the design of the technical architecture, covering infrastructure, applications, and integrations.
  • Ensure compatibility between web systems, databases, and cloud hosting platforms and on-premises infrastructure.
  • Provide recommendations on technology choices, security, and compliance.
  • Integrate third-party platforms such as WordPress and Lime Survey with custom applications.
  • Optimize web hosting, API management, and front-end / back-end interactions for performance and reliability.
  • Modernized, Scalable Technical & Web Architecture.
  • Sustainable Knowledge Transfer and Capacity Building.
  • The Contractor's key activities will include :

  • Establish and maintain a CI / CD pipeline to support agile development and rapid deployment of MMI updates.
  • Develop and implement automated testing frameworks to cover unit, integration, and performance testing.
  • Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring robust logging, alerting, and error-handling mechanisms.
  • Integrate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices for environment provisioning and scalability.
  • Work closely with the core team to promote DevOps best practices.
  • The Contractor's key deliverables will include :

  • CI / CD Pipeline Configuration : Fully operational CI / CD setup, including automated testing and rollback procedures.
  • Automated Testing Suite : Comprehensive set of automated test scripts and documentation for ongoing quality assurance.
  • Monitoring and Alerting Dashboard : A real-time dashboard for tracking system health, with logging and alerting configured for prompt issue detection.
  • Training Sessions and Documentation : Knowledge transfer sessions and materials to empower the core team.
  • Project outcomes will include :

  • An architectural blueprint, risk assessment report, a proposed list of activities to March 31, 2025, in the first three weeks.
  • Training sessions, knowledge transfer plans, and quick-reference guides for ongoing maintenance and development.
  • A future-proof, scalable architecture for the MMI solution, ready to integrate current and future technology components.
  • A fully operational CI / CD pipeline and an automated testing framework that ensures quality control, facilitates rapid deployments, and reduces errors.
  • Complete and accessible system documentation that supports ease of use, maintenance, and knowledge transfer for internal teams.
  • A design framework informed by user insights and research, ensuring the MMI solution aligns with the needs of end-users and enhances usability.
  • Internal teams equipped to manage and maintain the MMI solution, reducing dependency on external vendors and ensuring long-term project sustainability.
  • Modernize our approach and the underlying technologies that we use to deliver bespoke web and application services for program areas across government.
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