Enterprise Architect

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Designs and architects IT systems that integrate process, applications, data, and technology, ensuring alignment with business goals, enterprise IT standards, architecture principles, and strategic direction. Performs planning, problem-solving, and advising technical teams to optimize solutions that are strategic, operational, secure, and economical. Ensures an integrated architecture across interdependent technology systems including a combination of on-premises and cloud environments. Participates in the creation of the enterprise architecture principles for BMO. Partners with internal stakeholders to define and maintain North Star, as is, and interim state architectures, as well as Application Solution Guides, Position Papers and logical roadmaps which may encompass data (flows, consumption, placements) business, and technical considerations. Provides expertise regarding architecture in critical programs, validates architecture for adherence to defined policies, standards and guidelines including regulatory directives. Creates and manages key architecture assets for the designated portfolio and business scope, including reference and target architectures and business capability models.

• Creates solution architecture recommendations (including business, information, and technical design) aligned to standards, patterns, and emerging technology guidance for development and integration of new products, services, applications, and technology solutions.
• Delivers key artifacts (target architecture, reference architecture, roadmap)
• Identifies risks or issues with technology solution and design that may impact realization of project benefits; guides and supports stakeholders to make decisions that proactively resolve or mitigate potential project risks/delays.
• Identifies and researches relevant technologies, performs proofs of concept / prototypes, and recommends the applications of such technologies for future product architecture.
• Delivers innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of the organization.
• Involved in Business capability mapping, technology capability mapping (cloud, data, emerging technologies)
• Provides input into the preparation of business case by providing key architectural insights on feasibility, risks, and alignment with enterprise strategy
• Stays abreast of industry technical and business trends through participation in professional associations, practice communities, and individual learning.
• Manages architectural projects of moderate complexity.
• Works as an integral part of larger initiatives.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (computer science, data, engineering, cyber security) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Typically 5-7 years experience in architecture alone (application architecture, security architecture, or data architecture) as a data architect or solution architect.
• Experience with cloud stacks (AWS and/or Azure), Operations (DevOps/DevSecOps/MLOps), building distributed, data intensive applications using various technology stacks (e.g. Redshift, Data Fabric) is an asset
• Experience using design tools (Archimate)
• Experience with data visualization is an asset
• Experience working in enterprise settings (Banking, FI or other highly regulated industry)
• Exhibits knowledge of data architecture concepts and practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of architecture frameworks, methodologies, and tools. (e.g., possesses The Open Group Architecture Framework [TOGAF] accreditation).
• Possesses strong familiarity with Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, including concepts and metrics such as Architecture Capability Maturity Evaluation (e.g., ACMM).

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.