RQ08013 - Applications Architect - Senior

Description Job Summary: The Senior I&IT Application Architect will be a key strategic leader in designing and implementing the Ontario Public Sector's (OPS) next-generation application integration and architecture solutions.

This senior role requires a visionary architect who can guide the integration of critical applications, with a focus on permit systems and compliance frameworks, leveraging the Microsoft Azure cloud platform to optimize and future-proof our infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with OPS enterprise architecture, a talent for cross-departmental collaboration, and a commitment to delivering resilient, scalable, and secure architectures aligned with the provinces long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Architecture & Integration Framework Design Develop and maintain enterprise-wide architecture blueprints for integrating multiple critical OPS applications . Ensure scalability, modularity, and compliance with evolving OPS and government standards .

Define and implement architecture best practices , ensuring alignment with OPS enterprise architecture guidelines. Cloud Infrastructure Management (Microsoft Azure) Serve as the lead architect for cloud infrastructure solutions on Microsoft Azure .

Design and optimize resource allocation, security, and performance strategies in Azure environments. Ensure compliance with OPS cloud security policies and public sector regulatory requirements .

Lead System Integration Efforts Oversee complex integration projects , including legacy-to-cloud transitions, permit systems, and inter-agency data sharing . Ensure high availability, interoperability, and seamless functionality across all integrated systems.

Lead the adoption of microservices, APIs, and middleware to support enterprise system modernization. Enterprise Standardization & Best Practices Establish and enforce enterprise architecture best practices , design review standards, and governance policies. Drive continuous improv