Software Architect jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Enterprise Architect (2 positions)

IS4 Information Technologist 4

Regular/full-time

Innovation and New Technology

Enterprise Architecture Office, Digital and Technology Solutions

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45794

Salary(s): IS4 $84,825.00 - $113,857.00 per year

Closing Date: November 16, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security
Attractive salaries
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development.
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Duties:
Enterprise Architects bridge the gap between business needs and IT capabilities by designing architectures that support and enable
business objectives. They ensure that technology investments align with the organization's strategic goals and priorities. Enterprise
Architects establish and enforce architecture standards, principles, and best practices across the organization. This promotes
consistency and interoperability between systems and reduces complexity, duplication, and technical debt.
In addition, Enterprise Architects assess the current technology landscape and identify opportunities to rationalize and optimize
technology investments. By creating cohesive architectural blueprints and roadmaps, they help the organization maximize the
value of its IT resources.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Post-secondary education in computer science, information technology, engineering, business, information systems, or another relevant discipline. An equivalent combination of education, training and related experience may be considered.
• Experience in solution architecture or a related technology architecture role, with exposure to enterprise architecture, IT strategy, digital transformation, or technology planning in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze business needs, translate them into architecture recommendations, and contribute to strategies, roadmaps, capability assessments, strategic planning, or technology rationalization activities.
• Working knowledge of emerging technologies, including cloud, data, and AI, and an understanding of how they influence architecture decisions, standards, risk, and governance
• Experience applying architecture principles, standards, guidelines, and governance processes, with the ability to contribute to their development and continuous improvement.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and provide constructive input on architecture deliverables.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to explain architecture concepts and present recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Enterprise architecture certification, formal training, or demonstrated progress toward a credential such as TOGAF or an equivalent.
• Experience participating in or supporting business architecture activities such as capability modeling, value streams, or portfolio analysis.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

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