Posted 6 days ago
Lead Solution Architect (Anaplan)
@ Ciena Canada ULC
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Ciena Canada ULC is hiring a Lead Enterprise Solution Architect (Anaplan) to serve as the senior technical authority for the Anaplan planning platform. The work covers platform architecture, integrations with Snowflake, Power BI, ERP, CRM and HR systems, governance of modeling standards and SOX controls, and leading architecture reviews and technical teams. The posting states a Canadian pay range of $100,000 to $154,400 CAD per year and a full-time schedule.
Pay:
$100,000–$154,400 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end Anaplan platform architecture across planning domains
- Define solution architecture patterns for model structure and ALM
- Design integrations with Snowflake, Power BI, ERP, CRM and HR systems
- Govern modeling standards, release management and SOX alignment
- Direct model builders, vendors and partners on design and build quality
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years as a Certified Anaplan Solution Architect
- 5+ years supporting planning solutions within an IT department
- 5+ years working with data in a data warehouse environment
- 5+ years applying SOX controls to solution design
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Data & analytics |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Certified Anaplan Solution Architect |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Stock or equity, Wellness |
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Ciena Canada ULC
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 75 |
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Lead Enterprise Solution Architect (Anaplan)
The Lead Enterprise Solution Architect (Anaplan) serves as the senior technical authority for the Anaplan platform, translating enterprise planning priorities into scalable, reliable, and controlled solutions. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Anaplan Enterprise Architecture, this role shapes platform architecture, integration strategy, delivery governance, and technical standards across FP&A, IT, Data Engineering, and business leadership. The position strengthens enterprise planning outcomes through platform leadership, stakeholder alignment, and technical team development.
How you will make an impact:
- Lead end-to-end Anaplan platform architecture across planning domains in alignment with enterprise priorities, standards, and scalability goals.
- Define solution architecture patterns for model structure, Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), modular design, performance, and enterprise planning data models.
- Design integrations with Snowflake, Power BI, ERP, CRM, and HR systems in partnership with Data Engineering.
- Govern modeling standards, release management, deployment controls, data security, audit readiness, and SOX alignment across the platform.
- Direct model builders, architects, vendors, and partners on solution design, build quality, technical risk, and issue resolution.
- Partner with Product Ownership, FP&A, IT, and business leadership to lead architecture reviews and align technical decisions with enterprise outcomes.
- Shape the Anaplan platform roadmap, Connected Planning strategy, automation opportunities, and technical capability development across the delivery team.
The must haves:
- Experience: 5+ years as a Certified Anaplan Solution Architect with demonstrated ownership of complex enterprise solution architecture.
- Experience: 5+ years supporting planning solutions within an IT department, including cross-functional delivery, platform support, and stakeholder alignment.
- Experience: 5+ years working with data in a data warehouse environment, including enterprise data structures, integration design, and data quality considerations.
- Experience: 5+ years working with SOX controls and applying control, auditability, and compliance requirements to solution design and platform operations.
The annual pay range for this position in Canada is $100,000 - $154,400 CAD
The annual pay range for this position in US is $112,400 - $179,600 USD.
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Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
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