Solution Architect - Mobile Apps and Websites, Mississauga

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Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect with 8+ years of experience designing and delivering scalable web and mobile application solutions using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and modern frontend&backend frameworks. The role requires a balance of architectural leadership and hands‑on code development, including ownership from development through production release (including App Store and/or Google Play deployments). The candidate will own solution design, define technical standards, guide engineering teams, and remain actively involved in development and technical decision‑making. Location: Mississauga, ON.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture&Development

Lead the architecture and development of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), with deep expertise in AEM Sites, Assets, Adobe Workfront, Workflows, and Headless CMS.

Create and document High‑Level (HLD) and Low‑Level Designs (LLD) focusing on the integration of AEM with websites and mobile apps.

Ensure seamless integration of AEM with backend services, APIs, and third‑party systems.

Oversee the architecture and development of modern web and mobile applications using React, React Native, and Next.js.

Design and develop scalable, reusable components and front‑end architectures for web and mobile platforms.

Web and Mobile App Development&Optimization

Provide hands‑on code development&delivery experience in mobile apps and websites.

Lead the architecture and development of React and Next.js websites and React Native mobile applications, ensuring cross‑platform performance and scalability.

Architect and implement server‑side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG) strategies in Next.js.

Provide technical mentorship to developers on React, React Native, Next.js, and AEM.

Optimize applications for performance, security, and scalability across different platforms.

Own and lead code reviews, architectural decisions, and technical deep dives.

Performance Optimization&Infrastructure

Implement techniques such as lazy loading, CDN, caching, and image optimization to improve web performance.

Develop APIs using Firebase, GraphQL, REST, and backend integrations; design scalable and efficient API architectures using Node.js, Java, or Python.

Implement CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices for web and mobile applications.

Ensure high availability and scalability using Azure, RedHat, Kubernetes, and Docker.

Define API gateway and microservices strategies for scalable backend integrations.

Governance, Compliance&Documentation

Maintain comprehensive documentation of technical architectures, best practices, and coding standards for HLDs, TDD, NFRs, and sequence diagrams.

Enforce code quality, code coverage, security, and accessibility standards across web and mobile applications.

Align and present solutions with enterprise architecture principles and IT strategies.

Key Skills&Experience

8+ years in solution architecture for AEM, web, and mobile application development.

Expert-level hands‑on coding development and architecture skills in React, React Native, Next.js, and TypeScript.

Deep expertise in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), including AEM Sites, Assets, Workflows, and Headless CMS and integration with Adobe Search, Algolia, etc.

Proficiency in API development using Firebase, GraphQL, REST, and backend integrations.

Strong understanding of backend development, including Node.js, Java, or Python, for designing scalable and efficient API architectures following design patterns.

Expertise in scalable cloud deployments on Azure, RedHat, Kubernetes, and Docker.

Knowledge of CDN systems such as Akamai and Azure Front Door.

Knowledge of testing, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and App Store/Play Store deployments.

Strong debugging, problem‑solving, code optimization, and system scalability skills.

Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum).

Key Performance Metrics

Code Quality&Maintainability: Adherence to best practices in React, Next.js, and React Native.

Application Performance: Speed, scalability, and uptime of web and mobile applications.

Stakeholder Satisfaction: Collaboration and delivery of business‑aligned solutions.

Financial Targets: Cost‑effective cloud and infrastructure strategies.

Decision Rights

Owns:

Architectural decisions for the AEM, Azure, web, and mobile applications ecosystems.

Definition of technology stacks and best practices for React, React Native, and Next.js.

Guidelines for performance, privacy, scalability, and security.

Influences:

Enterprise architecture, development teams, and IT infrastructure.

Job Requirements

Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Experience: 8+ years in solution architecture, 5+ years in React, React Native, and Next.js, 3+ years in AEM, 3+ years in Azure.

Technical Skills: Expertise in React, React Native, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, Java, and cloud platforms.

Soft Skills: Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem‑solving abilities.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package with health and dental coverage, life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.

Access to Virtual Health Care and an Employee and Family Assistance Program for personalized support.

Retirement and Savings Plan to help you build financial security.

10% In‑Store Discount at participating banners, plus additional discount programs.

Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you the opportunity to invest in the company’s success.

Learning and Development Resources to support your career growth.

Parental Leave Top‑Up to assist growing families.

Paid Vacation and Days Off to help you recharge.

EEO Statement We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

Work Arrangement&Notes The hybrid work model requires your presence at one of our office locations at least three days per week.

Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.

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