Manager, Architecture (Montreal)

We are seeking a Manager of Architecture to lead and evolve our architecture practice across business applications, technology platforms, and non‑functional architecture domains (security, performance, scalability, etc.). In this strategic and hands‑on leadership role, you will guide your team to define architectural standards, guide solution design, and ensure alignment between business priorities and technology investments. You will work closely with business leaders, product teams, and IT across a complex manufacturing ecosystem, driving modernization and digital transformation at scale.

Architectural Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of enterprise and solution architects.
• Define and evolve enterprise architecture standards, principles, and governance.
• Drive consistency across business applications, integration patterns, and platform services.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior IT and business leadership.

Business Applications Architecture

• Oversee architecture for core enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, e‑commerce, Data and Analytics, supply chain, finance).
• Ensure business capabilities are translated into scalable and maintainable technology solutions.
• Drive domain‑driven architecture across Sales and corporate functions.
• Partner with product owners and business stakeholders to align roadmaps with enterprise strategy.

Non‑Functional Requirements (NFRs)

• Ensure NFRs are embedded into all solution designs and lifecycle processes.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and operations teams.

Governance & Delivery Enablement

• Lead architecture reviews and design authorities.
• Ensure compliance with architectural standards while enabling delivery agility.
• Balance long‑term architecture vision with short‑term delivery pressures.
• Develop reusable architecture patterns, blueprints, and reference models.

Experience

• 10+ years in IT, with at least 5 years in architecture roles (enterprise, solution, or domain).
• Proven experience in Retail and sales (highly preferred).
• Strong background across enterprise applications, integration, and platforms.
• Experience leading teams and influencing across large, matrixed organizations.

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of Enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, Sales and Analytics ecosystems).
• Integration (APIs, middleware, event streaming).
• Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Data architecture and analytics platforms.
• Strong grasp of non‑functional architecture disciplines (security, performance, scalability).

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into technology direction.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management at executive level.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Pragmatic decision‑maker balancing innovation with operational stability.

Diversity & Inclusion

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs, and experiences. We value diversity and strive to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong and can grow.

Benefits

• Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
• Generous paid time away
• Pension plan
• Collective saving opportunities
• Industry‑leading healthcare fully paid by BRP
• Flexible work schedule
• Summer schedule that varies by department and location
• Holiday season shutdown
• Educational resources
• Discount on BRP products

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, headquartered in Valcourt, Quebec. Our facilities operate across Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, supporting a workforce of approximately 17,000 people.

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