Senior Data Architect

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are– here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our employee promise. 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

Our growing Enterprise Architecture team is looking for a Senior Data Architect!

What You'll Do Here:

• Produce solution architecture and data architecture deliverables aligned with corporate vision, objectives, security standards, and data governance standards.
• Design and oversee the architecture of enterprise-level AI and machine learning systems.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of AI and ML lifecycle management.
• Create, update, and maintain solution and data architecture models, roadmaps, and strategies.
• Advocate and promote architecture vision and value proposition within the IT and business community.
• Analyze the current solution portfolio to detect deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Lead and facilitate research and assessment of emerging trends and advancements in technologies including machine learning frameworks and platforms.
• Develop and evolve solution and data architecture principles, standards, and patterns to support decision-making.
• Consult and align with Infrastructure, Security, and Data Governance teams.
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into business processes.
• Act as an architectural advisor in areas of data management.
• Refine, document, manage, and disseminate conceptual and logical data models.
• Collaborate with technical teams to determine the best way to represent data and its relationships.
• Maintain metadata describing data models, including structure and semantics.
• Recommend and establish data-related standards, procedures, models, and solutions for information management.
• Create models and maintain a repository reflecting data flow throughout the organization.
• Lead risk and cost analysis, including build vs. buy recommendations.

What You Bring to the Table:

• University Degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in information technology.
• Proven experience in API design and integration techniques.
• Expertise in data modeling and data management.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Understanding of or willingness to learn about the insurance industry.
• Transparent and effective communication with various teams (business, telecom, infrastructure, security, audit, software engineering).
• Proactive, organized, and a catalyst for change.
• Ability to manage stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Strong technical background (platforms, languages, protocols, frameworks, open source, etc.).
• Knowledge of security best practices and their impact.
• Adaptability to a constantly evolving technological environment.
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Bilingual (French and English) - Need to interact on a regular basis with colleagues across the country
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

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