Location(s): Hybrid in Greater Vancouver or Greater Toronto area
Job Type: Full-time; Fixed-term until January 31st, 2027
myWork Program: Hybrid
Starting Salary Range: $81,900.00 - $106,500.00
Background Screening Requirement:
Enhanced Criminal Record Check (every 5 years)
Credit Check (every 5 years)
Identity Verification
Employment Verification
References
Job Purpose
The Architecture Technical Specialist is responsible for conducting research and developing content for solution designs for strategic projects for Coast Capital Savings. The role will document technical solutions being implemented by the IT department to explain how the solutions are aligned with organizational goals, objectives and adhere to Enterprise Architecture reference frameworks. The Architecture Technical Specialist provides documentation expertise and assistance to Solution Architects and Enterprise Architect. They will create logical and physical diagrams that illustrate current state infrastructure, data and application architecture.
Accountabilities
Review new and existing architectural design documentation for compliance with standards and architectural plans
Develop, document, communicate and enforce a policy for standardizing documentation and diagrams as necessary
Report progress status and forecasts; establish project timelines, resources, budget needs; track & manage progress; report project issues and generate viable solutions; report project risks and generate risk mitigation activities
Conduct research on emerging technologies
Integrate source material and feedback from subject matter experts into documentation and diagrams to ensure solutions are accurately described and explained
Document the company's existing systems architecture and technology portfolio; make recommendations for improving documentation practices
Actively participate as a member of Enterprise Architecture team by attending solution design meetings
Attend and actively participate in weekly team meetings
Liaise with key business analysts, system engineers, information security to document and diagram core system and application architecture to support CCS growth needs
Facilitate all documentation infrastructure/application gaps to ensure CCS estate is documented end-to-end
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
Proven ability to write effectively for technical and non-technical audiences
Experience creating slide decks and presenting to a variety of audiences
Strong research and analytical skills to understand technology trends and incorporate findings into architectural strategies
Effective project management capabilities to engage stakeholders and deliver on Annual Digital Roadmap
Strong SharePoint and Website design skillsets, with SharePoint administration experience an asset
Previous consultancy experience an asset
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Coast Capital
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Coast Capital, we believe everyone has potential. We are committed to building better, brighter, more inclusive futures for everyone – including our employees. We see the potential in our employees to achieve amazing things and want to invest in your future. If you’re excited about this career opportunity and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification in this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Coast Capital.
At Coast Capital, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black, and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people of diverse sexual and gender identities and women. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise benefit of our employees, our members, and our community.
Coast Capital is committed to providing an accessible recruitment experience. If you are a candidate with a disability and require accommodation(s) during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at accessibility@coastcapitalsavings.com or 778-391-5836. This contact is intended solely for inquiries or feedback related to accessibility barriers, accommodation requests or alternate format requests. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met. You will only receive a response to inquiries related to these topics.
