Business Systems Architect

SS&C Technologies•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$106,000 - CA$120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

SS&C is a leading financial services and healthcare technology company. We are seeking a Business Systems Architect to design and develop software solutions focused on data transformations, with a primary emphasis on iFast client migrations. This role involves collaborating with clients and Project Managers, supporting project planning, identifying functionality gaps, and providing subject matter expertise in application architecture. The ideal candidate will lead Agile activities and ensure the quality of system documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
10+ years of IT experience, including 3+ years in application architecture and 5+ years in software design and development.
Strong expertise in structured and object-oriented programming, along with advanced knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and proven experience in effort estimation and solution planning.
Demonstrated ability to gather and negotiate client requirements, paired with strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal in English).

Nice To Haves

Experience in financial services or mutual fund applications.
Experience working in Agile environments.
Familiarity with the iFast application.
Exposure to technologies such as OpenEdge ABL, C#, or JEE.

Responsibilities

Design and develop software solutions focused on data transformations, with a primary emphasis on iFast client migrations.
Collaborate directly with clients and Project Managers to build strong relationships and continuously improve client satisfaction and onboarding processes.
Support project planning by preparing high-level statements of work (SOW) estimates and contributing to early-stage project analysis.
Identify functionality gaps and help define high-level solution design, architecture direction, and implementation approach.
Provide subject matter expertise in application architecture and deliver technical guidance aligned with business strategies.
Lead Agile activities, including sprint planning and daily scrums, while reviewing system and application documentation to ensure quality and consistency.