System Architect (BACoE)

GURUS Solutions • Montreal, QC

114d • Hybrid

About The Position

The System Architect is the technical anchor of the Business Analysis and Architecture Center of Excellence (BACoE). You are responsible for the structural integrity, performance, and long-term scalability of our clients’ technology ecosystems, with NetSuite at the core.
A proactive and strategic thinker, you combine curiosity, independent initiative, and strong collaboration with the confidence to challenge decisions in the best interest of long-term system health. You set architectural standards, guide complex solution designs, and lead large-scale transformations while mentoring teams and elevating technical excellence across Professional Services.

Requirements

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Integration Mastery: 5+ years of experience with iPaaS platforms (Boomi, Celigo, Workato) and high-volume API integrations.
• ERP Ecosystem Expertise: 3+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise-level ERP solutions. While NetSuite is our core platform, we highly value architects with deep experience in similar ecosystems who are eager to translate their skills into the NetSuite
• Platform Specific (NetSuite or Equivalent): deep understanding of core ERP data models, integration tools (SuiteTalk/RESTlet), JavaScript-based development (SuiteScript), and data extract and transformation (SuiteAnalytics)
• Systems Thinking: The ability to see the "ripple effects" of technical decisions across a multi-platform ecosystem.
• Documentation Excellence: Proficiency in translating complex logic into professional diagrams (Lucid, Visio) for both developers and C-suite stakeholders.
• Communication: Highly skilled in customer presentation tailoring to technical and non-technical audiences. Exceptional written and verbal communication in both English and French This position requires proficiency in a language other than French due to the fact that 75% of our clients operate in English
• Strategic Backbone: The professional courage to challenge a design if it jeopardizes the long-term health of the system.
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required, including to the United States. Candidates must be eligible and able to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Technical Design & Governance (40-60%)
• Strategic Architecture: Design end-to-end ecosystems with NetSuite at the core, integrating CRM, HRIS, E-Commerce, and WMS.
• Resilience & Performance: Prioritize "Good Architecture" by ensuring systems are operationally optimized, decoupled, and built to handle peak loads without incurring technical debt.
• Integration Strategy: Lead the design of integration patterns (REST, Webhooks, Middleware) to ensure data freshness and synchronization.
• Data Stewardship: Own the roadmap for Master Data Management (MDM), data migration, and archiving to maintain a "Single Source of Truth."
• Technical Risk Mitigation: Conduct "spike" investigations and feasibility studies for high-risk custom requirements. You evaluate designs against NetSuite Governor and Volume Limits to ensure solutions are future-proof and do not incur technical debt during peak operational loads.
• Practice Development & Mentorship (40-60%)
• Standard-Setting: Define the GURUS Technical Excellence Framework, including coding practices, integration design, and data management standards.
• Architecture Review Board: Act as the final quality gate, ensuring all technical designs across the department meet GURUS’ high benchmarks.
• Asset Creation: Build a library of "Reference Architectures" and reusable tools to empower our broader Professional Services team.
• Technical Coaching: Act as a "Level 3" escalation point and mentor for developers and consultants.
• Ambassadorship: Represent GURUS by contributing to blog posts, conferences, publications, whitepapers, webinars and more.

Benefits

• Join a dynamic team of driven professionals who are passionate about the intersection of business and tech.
• A people-first culture
• Flexibility that works for you: Enjoy a hybrid model and flexible schedules designed for true work-life balance.
• Your well-being is our priority: Benefit from comprehensive medical/dental coverage and a flexible health spending account (gym, gear, massages, and more).
• Invested in your growth: We support your career with continuous training, paid certifications, and clear paths for internal advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level