Enterprise Architect

Location: 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) to enable the transition from strategic intent to the delivery of Business Capabilities and the supporting IT assets.
• Develop and maintain Technology Roadmaps (including Technology, vendor, and key systems) to ensure alignment with Business needs, Technology principles, and Technology direction leading 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 aligns 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 an outside-in viewpoint to architecture vision and roadmap.
• Provide Quality Assurance for Enterprise Architecture to measure and manage continuous improvement of the Enterprise Architecture enabling 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 to ensure that Vancity can deliver desired business capabilities.

A typical day would involve:

• Working closely with Business stakeholders to understand their concerns and provide enterprise architecture methods and practices for solutions.
• Collaborating with Technology and platform owners to provide an enterprise viewpoint to solutions and delivery.
• Managing the Enterprise Architecture repository to maintain Architectural Models, Viewpoints, and mapping to drive insights.
• Being an integral part of project execution by providing Architecture Impact Assessment and Product/platform evaluation.
• Maintaining Enterprise Architecture principles and socializing them with stakeholders and project delivery teams for governance.
• Reporting to the Manager of Enterprise Architecture.

You are:

• A Strong Communicator – using your communication and interpersonal skills to create clear understanding of expectations; addressing challenges and issues for the business unit; and representing the unit across the organization.
• Organized & Systematic – developing solid operating plans, processes, methods, and standards for a unit and helping coordinate delivery of critical information in a timely manner.
• Analytical & Decisive – with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, diagnosing challenges and issues; developing innovative investigative solutions; and assessing risks and opportunities that may affect the information security team.
• Self-Motivated – a self-motivated and inquisitive individual taking 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 a 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, and 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: 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 learn about our products & services. We encourage opportunities to learn & develop to prepare you for career success.
• Vancity is committed to a diverse workplace and values Integrity, Innovation, Responsibility, and Reconciliation.

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