System Architect | Infrastructure designer

iA Financial Group•Montreal, QC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Infrastructure Designer, you will play a key role in the design, evolution, and governance of technology platforms supporting Individual Insurance operations. This role will allow you to leverage your technical expertise in a collaborative environment where innovation and continuous improvement are top priorities.

Requirements

Recognized for strong expertise in infrastructure architecture (cloud and traditional environments)
Analytical thinking, synthesis, and ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
Natural leadership and ability to influence in complex environments
Strong coordination, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, etc.)
Over 6 years of experience in IT, including at least 3 years in architecture or a related field
Proficient in methodologies and frameworks (Agile, SAFe, SDLC, DevOps, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the insurance or financial services industry
Advanced proficiency in French, both spoken and written

Responsibilities

Clarify and analyze infrastructure needs (cloud and on-premises) with IT teams and partners
Propose solutions aligned with the organization’s technology direction
Plan cross-functional infrastructure initiatives and oversee their execution
Ensure compliance with non-functional requirements (security, performance, resilience, compliance)
Collaborate with architects and delivery teams to ensure solution consistency and quality
Provide guidance to internal and external technical resources
Participate in technology watch activities and promote best practices
Act as a technical reference and spokesperson across various governance forums
Contribute to the deployment and operationalization of solutions
Promote reuse of existing components and support the selection of technology solutions