Description
The Information Technology is currently seeking a Full-time Limited Term Solutions Architect for approximately 12 months.
We are offering an opportunity to work as a Solutions Architect in IT at the University of Calgary. In this role, you will have the opportunity to deliver a wide variety of technology solutions supporting teaching and learning, research, and university business operations.
This position reports to the Associate Director of Enterprise and Solutions Architecture. They work to develop solution deliverables that align with current architecture and future directions expressed via principles, standards, and guidelines. The Solutions Architect leads and recommends solutions that best suit both the projects needs and the University¿s longer term IT strategic plans and objectives. Work will include creation of solution architecture strategies and plans, technology roadmaps, project proposals and estimates, technology assessments and solution design, and architectural fit-gap analysis.
Solutions architects work collaboratively with staff from all functional areas in IT. They also work with faculty and staff from all units and levels of the organization.
The Solutions Architect interprets technology and higher education trends, regulatory changes, and institutional strategy to holistically lead or support Enterprise Architecture (EA) activities. These interpretations will be used to create deliverables that guide the direction of a portfolio of solutions, achieving institutional outcomes.
Solutions Architects analyze complex issues, balancing immediate needs with future capability objectives; fit-for purpose needs with leveraging existing technology and sustainability; ideal requirement fulfillment with cost containment; business enablement with risk reduction; taking advantage of new technologies with technology environment stability. They must negotiate with others to achieve the correct balances in these areas. They facilitate and orchestrate the delivery of targeted business outcomes at the University.
The position works 35 hours per week, with normal business hours being 8:30 - 4:30, Monday to Friday.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Qualifications / Requirements:
Application Deadline: October 23, 2024
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit.
For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.