Manager, Architecture

BRP•Montreal, QC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

10+ years in IT, with at least 5 years in architecture roles (enterprise, solution, or domain).
Strong background across enterprise applications, integration, and platforms.
Experience leading teams and influencing across large, matrixed organizations.
Deep understanding of: Enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, Sales and Analytics ecosystems)
Deep understanding of: Integration (APIs, middleware, event streaming)
Deep understanding of: Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
Deep understanding of: Data architecture and analytics platforms
Strong grasp of non-functional architecture disciplines (security, performance, scalability).
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.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience in Retail and sales (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

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.
Oversee architecture for core enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, ecom, 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.
Ensure NFRs are embedded into all solution designs and lifecycle processes.
Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and operations teams.
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.