IT & Software

Data Architect Sr

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Toronto · Ontario · Canada

Job Description You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

The work location for this role is 483 Bay Street in Toronto until approximately late 2026, when the work location will change to the new Mississauga office at 3 Robert Speck Parkway.

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

How You’ll Make an Impact The Architecture team is responsible for delivering technology solutions that support our divisional strategy. In addition, the team leads the development of Fidelity Investments Canada’s technology vision and strategy. This involves conducting research into a variety of technologies and business focus areas that includes data warehouse, data integration, master data, big data, cloud services, data governance and quality, security and operational efficiency.

The Data Architect role assists with establishing and evolving the data standards, models and technical solutions. This will include active participation in key business and IS initiatives to ensure that solutions are architected and aligned with the Canada data strategy and technology directions. Data architects are senior visionaries who translate business requirements into technology requirements and define data standards and technology solutions.

What You Will Do

Overall alignment with enterprise data strategy, a key responsibility involves technology solutions in addition to close collaboration with our international partners

Translating business requirements into technical specifications, including data streams, integrations, transformations, databases, and data warehouses

Defining the data architecture framework, standards and principles, including modeling, metadata, security, reference data such as product codes and client categories, and master data such as clients, vendors, product and employees.

Defining reference architecture, which is a pattern that others can follow to create and improve data systems

Defining data flows, i.e., which parts of the organization generate data, which require data to function, how data flows are managed, and how data changes in transition

Collaborating and coordinating with multiple departments, stakeholders, partners, and external vendors

Develop data solutions to store and retrieve company information

Design conceptual and logical data models and flowcharts

Brings good knowledge of data governance best practices and tools experience

Provide business analyst support to business and technology initiatives aimed at improving data quality, timeliness of delivery

What We’re Looking For

University Degree, preferably in Computer Science, or equivalent work experience

Minimum 7 years of experience as a Data Architect

Experience implementing RAG architectures, fine-tuning LLMs, or integrating GenAI into enterprise systems

Background in MLOps, CI/CD for Machine Learning pipelines, or automated model lifecycle management

Proven experience in database logical and physical build, and expertise in BI and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Oracle, SAP, Salesforce, and PowerBI

Advanced skills in Analytics, AI/ML, data source analysis, and overall data management

Master Data Management experience with Ataccama or other industry-leading vendors like IBM and Informatica

Proficiency with Cloud technologies (AWS preferred)

Proficiency in data warehousing, ideally with experience in Snowflake

Experience with data integration platforms, specifically Boomi iPaaS

Strong database build skills and experience with Microsoft SQL, Oracle, AWS Aurora, MYSQL, PostgreSQL, and ProgressDB

Familiarity with leading open-source tools like Apache Sqoop, KNIME, RapidMiner, Elasticsearch, Pig, Hive, and Kafka

Experience with architecture enterprise management platforms (LeanIX preferred)

The Expertise You Bring

Experience leading architectural design and transformative initiatives in AI

Good project management skills and structured process mapping skills

Excellent problem-solving skills, communication and presentation skills

Able to build relationships and work effectively with cross-functional teams

Architecture management and governance of structured and unstructured data

Strong understanding of Data Governance’s principles and tools

Experience Data Modelling and Technical Data Analysis

Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today—and your financial well-being tomorrow.

For this role, your total rewards include:

Base Salary and Discretionary Performance Bonus:

A competitive annual range of

$140,000 to $170,000,

based on your experience and qualifications.

RRSP Contribution:

After 6 months of employment, we invest in your future with an RRSP contribution—no employee matching required.

We’re proud to offer a compensation package that aligns with provincial pay transparency requirements. This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization—an opportunity to step into a role where your talents will make a meaningful difference.

Some of the ways we’ll help you feel valued and supported as part of our team:

Flexible working arrangements - 100% remote, hybrid, and in office options

Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you

Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, that include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy

Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks

Up to $650 for home office equipment

Generous time off policy, including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice

Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups

Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people‑centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the last five years.

We use AI-enabled LinkedIn Hiring Assistant to support parts of our sourcing process. Every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our recruiters. If you choose to ask questions to the LinkedIn HR Hiring Assistant, please be mindful that the responses are not official and must be confirmed for accuracy and completeness by Fidelity. If you are selected for an interview, the recruiter who contacts you can best answer your questions.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at

Why Work at Fidelity? We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards Canada’s Top 100 Employers

Greater Toronto's Top Employers

Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers

Canada's Top Employers for Young People

Great Place To Work® Certified

Best Workplaces for Inclusion

Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness

Best Workplaces for Today's Youth

Best Workplaces for Women

Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Best Workplaces in Ontario

Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams

LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work

HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program

HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer

Designations

Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified

Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy

TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting

Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team

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