Job Information
Job Title: Solutions Architect
Job Requisition ID: 70110
Ministry: Technology and Innovation
Location: Alberta (Remote)
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed regularly until the position is filled.
Classification: Systems Analyst Level 3
Salary: $3,295.49 - $4,364.99 bi-weekly ($86,012 - $113,926 / year)
The Government of Alberta (GoA) is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.
The Technology and Innovation (T&I) Ministry supports GoA departments with information management and technology (IMT) leadership and expertise in IMT services delivery, security, and corporate investment management that enable the GoA to meet business goals and objectives. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of public digital services through modern software architecture and technological change? The Government of Alberta is on a bold journey to redefine how technology empowers public service delivery, and we're looking for visionary Solutions Architects to help lead the way.
In this role, you’ll do more than just design systems—you’ll build digital experiences that matter. You’ll be at the forefront of a movement to modernize government technology, streamline services, and deliver innovative, AI-enabled solutions that make life better for Albertans.
As a senior technical leader embedded within cross-functional teams, you'll guide the creation of software that is scalable, human-centered, and aligned with an ambitious enterprise architecture vision. Your work will directly support the GoA’s transformation into a truly customer-centric, data-informed, and digitally capable organization.
Your key responsibilities include:
Facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and ensure delivery aligns with GoA’s priorities and governance frameworks. What you’ll bring to the role:
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
Required:
Preferred:
Please submit two or three projects, preferably in the public sector or large enterprise builds, where you were the principal architect or lead on and describe the project, what was delivered, your role and any challenges in the delivery.
Equivalencies are:
A related two-year diploma and a minimum of six (6) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of seven (7) years of related experience.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.
Additional Position Details:
Recruitment Process:
Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michelle Elliott at Michelle.Elliott@gov.ab.ca.
Join us in shaping Alberta's future. As the Government of Alberta, we are committed to creating a stronger province for generations to come. The Alberta Public Service works to deliver a vast array of programs and services to meet the needs of Albertans.
With a diverse range of rewarding employment opportunities, we foster an environment that promotes continuous learning and career growth. As one of the largest employers in Alberta, our team is driven by values of respect, accountability, integrity, and excellence. Together, we share a common vision of building a stronger province, making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of Albertans.