Navcanada

Solutions Architect (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

Ottawa

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 15 days ago

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About the role

NAV CANADA is seeking motivated and experienced Solutions Architects to join our technology team.
You will work closely with a cross-functional team to translate business and operational needs into effective system solutions.
Challenging, team-oriented work environment

Experience gathering and analyzing requirements and contributing to system design and integration activities.
Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation, including specifications and design artifacts.
Knowledge of traditional system development methodologies, including real-time systems, object-oriented analysis and design, database design, and data acquisition design.
These roles are ideal for an individual with experience in system design and integration who is ready to shape solutions that support and advance Air Navigation Services in Canada.
Contribute to the design and integration of systems, subsystems, and interfaces, ensuring alignment with operational, technical, safety, and security requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication and alignment of requirements, design, and implementation.
Develop technical documentation, including specifications, design artifacts, and standards.
Support system lifecycle activities, including implementation, integration, validation, and transition to operations.

3-5 years of experience in systems engineering, solution design, or related roles, preferably within complex or integrated environments.
Experience working within Agile or team-based delivery environments.
Experience with tools supporting requirements management, modeling, configuration management, and testing (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Enterprise Architect, IBM Jazz).
Knowledge of modern software development lifecycle processes, practices, and techniques such as Scaled Agile (SAFe), Agile, and DevOps.
Knowledge of software configuration management processes, practices, tools, and techniques.
Knowledge of different types of technologies, including software, hardware, networks, operating systems, and cloud-based environments.
Knowledge of cybersecurity considerations in enterprise architecture and system integrations.
Ability to analyze and solve technical problems using sound judgment and structured approaches.
Ability to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions or improvements.

Participate in planning, feasibility assessments, and effort estimation, providing input on risks, dependencies, and solution viability.
Conduct impact analysis to assess how system changes affect existing architectures, integrations, and operations.
Identify system deficiencies and recommend improvements or corrective actions to enhance performance, reliability, and maintainability.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business, operational, and technical expectations.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality, safety, and attention to detail.
Shows a strong work ethic and sense of accountability for results.
Displays a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Flexible Work Agreement Type
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NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society.
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