At a Glance
- Tasks: Design scalable enterprise solutions and lead technical strategies in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Join McCarthy Tétrault, a top Canadian law firm known for its inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, wellness reimbursements, and generous time off including volunteer days.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to innovation and professional development.
- Why this job: Make an impact with cutting-edge technology while growing your career in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: 8-10 years in IT with strong application architecture and Microsoft tech expertise.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 148000 $ per year.
McCarthy Tétrault is a leading Canadian law firm offering a full suite of legal and business solutions to clients in Canada and around the world. With offices in Toronto, Montréal, Québec City, Calgary and Vancouver, we provide challenging and rewarding career opportunities across the country.
We are recruiting for an Applications Architect to join our team in our Toronto, Calgary or Vancouver office. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 8–10 years of experience in Information Technology, including significant experience in application architecture, and will be responsible for designing scalable enterprise solutions, providing technical leadership across the application portfolio, and supporting the Firm’s technology strategy.
As an Applications Architect, you will be:
- Architecture & Solution Design
- Designing and evolving enterprise application architectures and high-level solution blueprints.
- Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business requirements and IT standards.
- Evaluating technology options (build vs. buy, SaaS/PaaS) and recommending optimal approaches.
- Technology Strategy & Roadmapping
- Collaborating with IT leadership to define application roadmaps and modernization strategies.
- Identifying opportunities to leverage Microsoft platforms (Azure, M365, Dynamics 365).
- Driving innovation through adoption of emerging technologies and cloud-first solutions.
- Application Development & DevOps
- Supporting the full application lifecycle, from design through deployment and continuous improvement.
- Promoting best practices in development, including CI/CD, automated testing, and code quality standards.
- Leveraging tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, and cloud-based delivery pipelines.
- AI & Innovation
- Leading the evaluation and integration of AI-enabled capabilities across applications.
- Defining architecture patterns and governance standards for responsible AI adoption.
- Ensuring alignment with data security, privacy, and ethical AI principles.
- Technical Governance & Oversight
- Leading architecture reviews and ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.
- Identifying and mitigating risks related to performance, scalability, and security.
- Providing expert guidance on emerging technologies and frameworks.
- Collaboration & Delivery
- Working closely with business, IT, and vendor stakeholders to deliver effective solutions.
- Translating business requirements into technical designs and communicating complex concepts clearly.
- Partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure end-to-end solution alignment.
- Documentation & Knowledge Sharing
- Developing and maintaining architecture documentation, standards, and design artifacts.
- Mentoring team members and promoting best practices across the organization.
As our ideal candidate, you will distinguish yourself by the following profile:
- Approximately 8-10+ years of experience in Information Technology, including several years in application development or software engineering roles, plus 5+ years focused on application and/or solution architecture in a complex enterprise environment.
- Microsoft Technology Expertise: Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure architecture and services, as well as familiarity with Microsoft 365, Power Platform capabilities in a business application context.
- Software Development & ALM: A strong background in software development is fundamental. The ideal candidate is proficient in one or more programming languages such as C#/.NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python or Java.
- Demonstrated experience building and integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities into enterprise applications.
- Professional certifications that demonstrate architectural expertise are strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Experience in a professional services or regulated environment is an asset.
As a member of the McCarthy team, you will have access to outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm and wellness and technology reimbursements. Competitive compensation, paid overtime and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday. A commitment to professional development and growth opportunities for our people at all levels, supported by a culture that fully embraces and encourages two-way feedback. Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
McCarthy Tétrault is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.
Application Architect in Toronto employer: McCarthy Tétrault LLP
At McCarthy Tétrault, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our flexible hybrid work model allows you to thrive in vibrant cities like Toronto, Calgary, or Vancouver, while our commitment to professional development ensures that you have ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us to shape the future of technology in a supportive environment that values your expertise and encourages meaningful contributions.
