Technical Architect Sr

Job Description

You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

The work location for this role is 483 Bay Street in Toronto until approximately late 2026, when the work location will change to the new Mississauga office at 3 Robert Speck Parkway.

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

Business Overview

The Architecture team is tasked with delivering technology solutions that correspond with our divisional strategy. Furthermore, the team directs the development of Fidelity Investments Canada’s technology vision and strategy. This involves investigating a broad spectrum of technologies and business focus areas including AI, data warehouse, data integration, master data, big data, cloud services, data governance and quality, security, and operational efficiency.

What You Will Do

The Senior Cloud Architect role is responsible for defining and advancing the organization's cloud architecture standards, reference models, and technology solutions. This role works closely with business and technology stakeholders to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and resilient cloud platforms that align with enterprise architecture principles, cloud strategies, and technology roadmaps.

• Overall alignment with enterprise cloud strategy, a key responsibility involves technology solutions in addition to close collaboration with our international partners
• Defining the cloud architecture framework, standards, and principles, including cloud platforms, networking, security, identity and access management, infrastructure automation, resiliency, governance, and operational excellence.
• Establishing cloud reference architectures, reusable patterns, and technology standards to ensure secure, scalable, and compliant cloud solutions across the enterprise
• Translating business requirements into technical specifications, including cloud architecture patterns, AI/ML frameworks, data ingestion pipelines, system integrations, transformations and migrations
• Collaborate with development and engineering teams for GenAI/LLM integration, AI-enabled automation and analytics, and Machine Learning Operations (MLOps)

• Identify knowledge gaps and conduct/coordinate/recommend training sessions on new cloud technologies with technology teams
• Build “trusted advisor” relationships with development, technology teams and the business
• Ensure all architecture documents are complete in accordance with established methodologies
• Identify and promote technologies that improve business processes or contribute to new business opportunities
• Lead in the design and implementation of core cloud infrastructure components for IS systems
• Follow defined processes for software development, integration, and deployment
• Active involvement in long-term planning to ensure Fidelity Canada’s enterprise IT landscape is well positioned to deliver solutions that meet current and future business needs

What We’re Looking For

• University Degree/College Diploma, preferably in Computer Science, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Cloud Architect
• Experience in the financial sector is an asset
• Skilled in AWS cloud platform, hybrid systems, and protocols related to AI governance, data governance and security
• Demonstrated experience in platform engineering, including the development of enterprise cloud platforms, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, observability, and developer self-service capabilities to support large-scale cloud adoption and modernization initiatives
• Demonstrated expertise with Kubernetes and container orchestration technologies, supporting cloud modernization, microservices adoption, platform engineering initiatives, and DevOps practices
• Experience designing and enterprise cloud networking architectures, including multi-region connectivity, hybrid cloud integration, traffic management, network security, and high-availability solutions
• Demonstrated experience architecting and delivering complex on-premises to cloud migrations, including legacy application modernization, containerization, platform rehosting, replatforming, and hybrid cloud integration
• Strong proficiency in Terraform, cloud automation, and GitOps practices, enabling reliable, repeatable, and auditable deployments across AWS and hybrid cloud environments
• Experience working with architecture enterprise management platforms (LeanIX preferred)

The Skills You Bring

• Deep expertise in enterprise, application, infrastructure, and cloud architecture, including current and emerging cloud-native technologies, patterns, and best practices
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, identity and access management, Zero Trust security principles, encryption, resiliency, disaster recovery, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Deep expertise in AWS cloud services and architecture patterns, including compute, networking, storage, databases, container platforms, serverless technologies, security, and observability, with the ability to design scalable, resilient, and cost-effective enterprise solutions
• Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and architecting AWS environments using services such as Amazon EC2, VPC, EKS, ECS, Lambda, S3, RDS, Route 53, CloudFront, IAM, CloudWatch, Bedrock and AWS Organizations
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including confident and engaging presentation abilities

Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today—and your financial well-being tomorrow.

Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today—and your financial well-being tomorrow.

For this role, your total rewards include:

• Base Salary and Discretionary Performance Bonus: A competitive annual range of $123,000 to $158,000, based on your experience and qualifications.
• RRSP Contribution: After 6 months of employment, we invest in your future with an RRSP contribution—no employee matching required.

We’re proud to offer a compensation package that aligns with provincial pay transparency requirements.

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization—an opportunity to step into a role where your talents will make a meaningful difference.

We use AI-enabled LinkedIn Hiring Assistant to support parts of our sourcing process. Every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our recruiters. If you choose to ask questions to the LinkedIn HR Hiring Assistant, please be mindful that the responses are not official and must be confirmed for accuracy and completeness by Fidelity. If you are selected for an interview, the recruiter who contacts you can best answer your questions.

Some of the ways we will help you feel valued and supported as part of our team:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you.
• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, which include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy.
• Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks.
• Up to $650 for home office equipment.
• Generous time off policy, including two paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice.
• Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation.

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the last five years.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

• Canada's Top 100 Employers
o Greater Toronto's Top Employers
o Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers
o Canada's Top Employers for Young People

• Great Place To Work® Certified
o Best Workplaces for Inclusion
o Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
o Best Workplaces for Today's Youth
o Best Workplaces for Women
o Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
o Best Workplaces in Ontario
o Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams

• LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada

• Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work
o HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program
o HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer

Designations
• Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified
• Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy
• TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
• Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team