Define the target architecture of the platform, including ingestion, storage, portal, mapping, security and operations;
Guide technical decisions related to real-time data integration, APIs, resilience and scalability;
Design the on-premises deployment model in collaboration with the client’s infrastructure teams;
Oversee the technical quality of deliverables produced by backend, frontend, database and GIS teams;
Define requirements for security, logging, backups, recovery and application hardening;
Contribute to the delivery plan, management of technical risks and the acceptance test plan;
Validate that the solution aligns with mapping, dashboard and data dissemination requirements;
Produce or review architecture documentation, technical diagrams and maintenance guidelines;
Participate in client workshops and support commissioning and knowledge transfer phases;

Hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience;
Have at least 8 years of experience in solution architecture or technical leadership on critical systems;
Demonstrate significant experience delivering on-premises or hybrid application solutions;
Be proficient in data architectures, APIs, real-time data streams and modern integration practices;
Have solid knowledge of PostgreSQL/PostGIS and time-series–oriented platforms (important asset);
Have experience with application security requirements, RBAC, MFA, logging, backups and disaster recovery;
Be comfortable working in multidisciplinary contexts involving web portals, mapping, operational data and support;
Excellent analytical, communication and ability to explain technical concepts to technical teams and clients;
Strong technical writing skills in French and working proficiency in English.

Senior Solution Architect – Weather Data Platform

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