Senior Solution Architect

Req Id: 428094

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Summary

Are you ready to shape the future of enterprise architecture? Bell Canada is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to define and deliver end-to-end technical strategies for complex initiatives. You’ll work in a dynamic environment balancing legacy platforms with a future-state (FMO) stack, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect Solutions (Core Accountability): Design and validate end‑to‑end architectures across complex, multi‑platform enterprise environments, balancing legacy constraints with future‑state solutions aligned to Bell standards.
• Deliver benefits within the set year (e.g., 2026 for current initiatives).
• Keep initiative costs within defined variance of the estimate.
• Maintain end-to-end solution architecture ownership from concept through delivery and value realization.
• Develop Technology Roadmaps: Support client objectives and future-state architectures.
• Financial Analysis: Evaluate solutions for TCO, ROI, and cost forecasting.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with sales, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure solutions are consistent, compliant, and optimized for performance and cost.
• Engage Stakeholders: Present technical solutions and recommendations, focusing on business outcomes and operational feasibility.
• Manage Risks & Governance: Identify architectural risks and trade‑offs, ensure adherence to enterprise standards, and govern solution artifacts (designs, integration patterns, and roadmaps) through formal review and delivery.

Critical Qualifications

• 8+ years in solution or enterprise architecture for large, complex initiatives.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Broad technical knowledge across IT domains and modern cloud/SaaS platforms.
• Financial analysis and solution modeling experience.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively with others on projects and across departments.
• Ability to adapt and handle unforeseen challenges without significant disruption to productivity.
• Awareness of AI tools and technology is a plus.
• Key Technologies: ServiceNow, Salesforce, Amdocs (billing and subscription), Oracle (order management), Okta (authentication), Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Familiarity with integration patterns, APIs, and microservices is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Computer Communications or equivalent experience.
• Technology certifications (e.g. AWS, Azure, Salesforce, ServiceNow).
• Industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, SAFe, CISSP).
• Expertise in at least two domains: Network, Security, Data Centre, Contact Centre, IoT.
• Familiarity with IP networking and Internet technologies.

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information

Position Type: Management

Job Status: Regular - Full Time

Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Ontario : Ottawa || Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Quebec : Montreal

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Application Deadline: 06/08/2026

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.

At Bell, we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, supported, and that they belong.

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Created: Canada, ON, Mississauga

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