Enterprise Architect- Software and Platforms Architecture

Job Title: Enterprise Architect- Software and Platforms Architecture

Location: Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal

Job Type: Full time Permanent

Language: Advanced English and French, written and spoken

Compensation: $135,000–$150,000/year

This is a hybrid role with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.

About the Opportunity

Join a leading public sector media organization that reaches millions of Canadians and is actively transforming its digital and technology landscape. In this role, you will shape the architecture that supports a modern, multi-platform environment, ensuring teams have the tools and systems needed to deliver meaningful content and services across the country.

You will be part of a collaborative Technology and Infrastructure group that values creativity, innovation and thoughtful leadership. Working closely with technical and business partners, you will guide enterprise-level decisions that influence how the organization evolves, adapts and continues to serve Canadians in a rapidly changing industry.

What’s in it for You

You will join a workplace that celebrates balance, collaboration and innovation. You will have access to ongoing professional development, mentorship from seasoned technology leaders and opportunities to contribute to a large-scale digital transformation. This environment values diverse perspectives and encourages you to bring forward ideas that shape the future of public service media.

Your Responsibilities

• In this role, you will define and champion a unified Enterprise Architecture vision that aligns business and technology priorities.
• You will lead the evolution toward a business-centric architecture practice and guide senior stakeholders through strategic decision-making.
• You will design and communicate current and future state architectures for major initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• You will help establish governance processes, promote architectural standards and evaluate new technologies for enterprise adoption.
• You will mentor architects and business partners, fostering architectural thinking across teams.

Skills and Qualifications

• 10+ years in solution or technical architecture, including 5+ years in enterprise architecture or strategic planning is a must.
• Understanding of business models, operating models, financial models, cost-benefit analysis, budgeting and risk management.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture tools, related graphical models and frameworks.
• Expertise in SaaS, cloud platforms, hybrid environments and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Strong leadership, facilitation and communication skills with the ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Experience navigating large organizations, balancing long-term strategic goals with practical short-term needs.
• TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification is considered a strong asset.
• Bilingualism in English and French.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or a related field.

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We are looking for someone who brings both vision and practicality, someone who can guide our teams through change with clarity and confidence while staying deeply connected to the business.”

Why Partner with Altis

“If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, don’t worry, we make it easy. You’ll still engage directly with the client while we handle the logistics, provide guidance, and keep you informed every step of the way. We’ll represent your strengths, guide you through each stage of the process, and ensure the experience feels personal and transparent.”

Thank you for your interest.

Learn more about what it’s like to work with Altis: altisrecruitment.com/working-with-altis