Enterprise Architect

Vancity Centre
183 Terminal Ave
Vancouver, BC V6A4G2, CAN

• Develop and maintain the Enterprise Architecture Repository (which includes Business Architecture, Information Architecture, Application Architecture, Technology Architecture) which enables the transition from strategic intent to the delivery of Business Capabilities and the supporting IT assets.
• Develop and maintain Technology Roadmaps (which includes Technology, vendor and key systems) to ensure alignment with Business need, Technology principles and Technology direction and lead to efficient delivery of IT in Vancity for its membership.
• Provide Enterprise Architecture Impact Assessments for Business Initiatives to ensure that the solution provided meets the Business Requirements and is aligned with Vancity Architectural principles.
• Create Enterprise Architecture views separating stakeholders’ concerns for providing insights into Strategy, Planning, Delivery and sustainment at an enterprise level.
• Provide technology leadership to delivery teams for effective and efficient delivery of architectural changes.
• Provide outside-in viewpoint to architecture vision and roadmap.
• Provide Quality Assurance for Enterprise Architecture to measure and manage continuous improvement of the Enterprise Architecture which enables an efficient delivery and management of IT assets.
• Work closely with the Solution Architecture Community of Practice to ensure the Transition Architectures are realized through the implementation of IT projects which will ensure that Vancity is able to deliver desired business capabilities.

A typical day would involve:

• Working closely with Business stakeholders to understand the concerns and provide enterprise architecture methods and practices for solutions.
• Working with Technology and platform owners to provide enterprise viewpoint to solutions and delivery.
• Managing Enterprise Architecture repository to maintain Architectural Models, Viewpoints and mapping to drive insights.
• Be an integral part of the project execution by providing Architecture Impact Assessment, Product/platform evaluation.
• Maintain Enterprise Architecture principles and socialize them with stakeholders and project delivery teams for governance.
• In this role, you will report into Manager Enterprise Architect.

You are:

• A Strong Communicator - you use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to create clear understanding of expectations; address challenges and issues for the business unit; and represent the unit across the organization.
• Organized & Systematic - your planning and coordination skills develop solid operating plans, processes, methods and standards for a unit and help coordinate delivery of critical information in a timely manner.
• Analytical & Decisive - with your strong problem solving and decision making skills, you can diagnose challenges and issues; develop innovative investigative solutions; and assess risks and opportunities that may affect the information security team.
• Self Motivated – you are a self-motivated and inquisitive individual that takes initiative to follow through and deliver results without continuous supervision.

You have:

• Solid business and Architectural acumen in the context of the financial industry.
• A good understanding of relevant Architectural policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with TOGAF practices and Methods.
• An undergraduate degree (usually in Computer Science, Engineering, or highly related field).
• 4-8 Years of Relevant Experience in Solution Architecture or Enterprise Architecture (Financial industry / Credit Union experience preferred).
• In depth understanding of Cloud Architecture, Integration frameworks, API Architecture.

Bonus points, if you have:

• TOGAF certification.
• Credit Union / Financial Industry experience.

This is a full-time, permanent role.

Salary: The salary range for the role is $91,000 to $136,400 and a candidate’s offer is likely to be up to the mid-point of the role $113,700. The upper half of the salary range is typically reserved for individuals who have demonstrated consistent strong performance in the role and possess a high level of job knowledge and skill.

Posting Deadline: Posted until closed.

Please note that all shortlisted candidates for this role will be required to complete a background check which includes resume verification, credit check and criminal record check.

About Vancity:

• When you join Vancity as an employee and a member, you join a movement that believes that when we use money for what’s right, we truly are a financial force for change.
• Our vision is to redefine wealth—and we are doing so by using the tools of finance to prioritize the wellbeing of our members and our communities by tackling the climate crisis.
• Start your Vancity career journey with us even if you’re new to financial services! We provide in-house paid training to gain general financial knowledge, and to learn about our products & services. We encourage opportunities to learn & develop to prepare you for career success, which in turn continuously impresses how we serve our membership.
• Vancity is committed to a diverse workplace and values Integrity, Innovation, Responsibility and Reconciliation.