Job Specifications
Our Story & Purpose
We’re Vancity, a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. Since 1946, our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down barriers. We’ve made bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans, and we’re actively pursuing strategies in Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.
As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada, we’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s Top Employers. If you’re ready to join our team of 2,700 diverse individuals, access competitive rewards and benefits, and be part of a greater movement – apply today!
Your Role In Supporting Our Members
As a Solutions Architect, you will design and deliver technology solutions that meet business needs while aligning with Vancity’s architectural principles and technology direction. You will translate requirements into solution designs, ensure seamless system integration, and provide technical leadership throughout the delivery lifecycle. We’re looking for a candidate with strong technical and business acumen, deep experience in cloud and integration architecture, and a collaborative mindset.
This is a Full-time, Permanent role based at Vancity head office and will report directly to the Manager, Enterprise Architecture. Our head office is based in Vancouver, but we are open to candidates in BC and Ontario. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands when needed.
How You'll Make An Impact
Designing and documenting end-to-end solutions that meet business requirements and align with architectural principles, security standards, and technology strategies
Partnering with business stakeholders, delivery teams, and platform owners to understand requirements and propose practical, scalable, and secure solutions
Conducting solution impact assessments for new initiatives to identify dependencies, risks, and alignment with Vancity’s technology direction
Ensuring that solutions integrate effectively across applications, data, and technology platforms
Providing technical leadership and guidance to project and delivery teams throughout the implementation lifecycle
Collaborating with Enterprise Architects and other Solutions Architects to ensure consistency, reuse, and alignment to the broader roadmap
Evaluating vendor and third-party solutions for fit, scalability, and alignment to business and technology needs
Developing solution architecture views, models, and documentation to support communication and decision-making with both technical and business stakeholders
Reviewing and validating solution designs, documenting architecture decisions and ensuring compliance with standards and best practices
What You’ll Bring To The Team
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
4–8 years of experience in Solution Architecture or related roles
Experience designing and delivering solutions that integrate applications, data, and cloud technologies
Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, integration frameworks, and API architecture
Familiarity with architectural methods and frameworks such as TOGAF
Solid business and technical acumen in the context of the financial industry
Extra Skills That Set You Apart
TOGAF or other architecture certification
Experience working in hybrid or multi-cloud environments
Credit Union or Financial Industry experience
You’ll Thrive Here If You Are
Strategic – You think holistically and design solutions that align with long-term business and technology goals
Collaborative – You work effectively across teams and with stakeholders to co-create practical solutions
Analytical – You assess risks, dependencies, and impacts to ensure robust and scalable architecture
Detail-Oriented – You document and validate designs with precision and clarity
Adaptable – You thrive in dynamic environments and adjust to evolving business and technology needs
We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:
Living Wage Employer: We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers
Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs
Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3–4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time
Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, p
About the Company
Vancity is a credit union committed to a clean and fair world. With 54 branches in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, Victoria, Squamish, and Alert Bay, we serve more 550,000 member-owners and their communities in the Coast Salish and Kwakwaka'wakw territories.
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