Job Description

Systems Architect

Build the future with us

Are you driven by designing robust, scalable technology solutions aligned with business needs? Would you like to play a key role in digital transformation within a large organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams?

As an Systems Architect you will be at the heart of the functional and technical design of strategic IT solutions, directly contributing to the quality, consistency, and performance of our platforms. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your technical expertise, analytical skills, and leadership in a collaborative, innovative, and excellence‑driven environment.

What you will accomplish with us

Depending on the complexity of initiatives, you will be responsible for:

• Actively participating in the analysis of business and technical requirements in collaboration with business analysts and stakeholders.

• Designing and producing functional and/or technical solution designs (flows, business rules, integrations, application components).

• Ensuring solution alignment with target architecture, IT standards, and organizational best practices.

• Working closely with architects, development teams, and quality assurance (QA) teams throughout the delivery lifecycle.

• Supporting teams during solution implementation and contributing to effort estimates and planning activities.

• Supporting testing phases, analyzing defects, and contributing to their resolution.

• Maintaining clear, accurate, and up‑to‑date design documentation.

• Acting as a subject‑matter expert during production releases and supporting production support activities.

• Mentoring team members and fostering knowledge sharing within the IT community.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We are looking for someone who:

• Is recognized for strong analytical skills, rigor, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality solutions.

• Stands out for excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

• Has a solid understanding of complex application environments and integration challenges.

• Demonstrates hands‑on experience in IT solution design, ideally in an Agile/Scrum context.

• Has 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in IT solution design.

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or an equivalent field.

• Has knowledge of the insurance or financial services industry, including pricing and new business (strong asset).

• Is comfortable working with various technologies and platforms, including: Azure DevOps, .NET 8, Git, SQL Server, MongoDB, BizTalk, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, and Mainframe environments.

Intermediate level of proficiency in English, as the incumbent will be required, on a daily basis, to hold conversations with unilingual English‑speaking partners and colleagues, as well as to read, understand and draft business documents (e.g., deliverables, presentations, written communications). These interactions will notably involve subsidiaries located in the United States and Canada, as part of projects, workshops and the department’s day‑to‑day activities.

Why you will enjoy working with us

• An environment where continuous learning and professional development align with a collective pursuit of excellence.

• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive workplace where everyone can fully express their potential.

• A hybrid work model offering flexibility and access to modern, inspiring collaborative spaces.

• Competitive benefits, including:
  flexible group insurance plans, a pension plan, employee share purchase plan, vacation and wellness days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and more!

Apply now and take the lead in your career, where your talent truly matters!

Not sure whether to apply?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse backgrounds and experiences. If this role inspires you, we encourage you to apply — your place may be with us, and we want to get to know you!

Location(s)

Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)

Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date

2026-06-23

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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