Senior Technology Architect - Data and Trust Office

Location: 

Toronto, ON, CA, M5J 2V5 Ottawa, ON, CA Edmonton, AB, CA Calgary, AB, CA Burnaby, BC, CA

Req ID:  45755
Jobs by Category:  Technology Solutions
Job Function:  Engineering & Development
Status:  Full Time
Schedule:  Regular


Join our Team and what we’ll accomplish together


The TELUS Data & Trust Office delivers world-class, innovative data solutions to TELUS. We collaborate across the organization to advance corporate priorities, foster innovation, and fulfill our promise to respect customers' privacy, manage their data responsibly, and maintain their trust.


Our team takes pride in being recognized as innovative thought leaders, strategic business partners, and subject matter experts in privacy, responsible AI, and data governance. Compliance with the law is just our starting point—we are committed to demonstrating respect for our customers and their data through transparent, robust, and ethical data practices.


As a Senior Technology Architect reporting to the Director of Data Governance & Enablement, you will define and execute the technology roadmap for TELUS’ data governance program. Collaborating with our team, you will establish the vision, goals, and milestones for this roadmap, focusing on system design and implementation.
You will play a pivotal role in integrating and optimizing third-party tools, driving automation initiatives, and leading the strategic evolution of data governance technology. By designing and implementing comprehensive integration projects, you will navigate the complex intersections of privacy, ethics, technology, and data governance, ensuring TELUS’ leadership in this space.



Here’s how:

 

  • Support the DTO’s technology roadmap, providing expertise in solution architecture.
  • Architect, design, document, and implement comprehensive solutions leveraging APIs and enterprise connections.
  • Design scalable, secure infrastructure to incorporate data governance and lifecycle management requirements.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to drive adoption of tools and technologies.
  • Establish and report on technology roadmap metrics and KPIs to senior management.
  • Stay informed about evolving privacy and data governance solutions, with a focus on scaling technical requirements.


What you bring:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 8-10 years of progressive IT experience in enterprise architecture, data governance, and change management leadership.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-departmental collaboration and platform scalability.
  • Advanced expertise in database systems, SQL, and ETL processes.
  • Experience with business process modeling and enterprise IT implementations.
  • Proficiency in:
  • Application development and DevOps
  • API development and management
  • System/database performance management
  • SaaS tools (e.g., OneTrust, Collibra, AuditBoard)
  • Data visualization (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker)
  • Cloud (e.g., GCP)
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence executive decisions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and an innovative approach to challenges.


Great-to-haves:

 

  • Experience integrating with APIs of privacy or compliance management tools.
  • Team-building and training skills to support technology platform adoption.
     

 

Location: Any major Canadian city (Preference for Toronto - 25 York Street) 

Salary Range:  $103,000-$155,000
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan:  15%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits such as:

  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
  • And much more …

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. 

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

 

 

 

 

Technology Solutions

We’re into seeing where technology can take us, so if you have ever imagined what the future of supply chain management, cybersecurity, the cloud and Internet of Things will look like, we want you to be part of the team that makes it happen.

We are honoured to be recognized

5G
TELUS’s fastest network. 5G enables a superior experience with fast downloads and richer multimedia applications

6
Innovation centres across Canada that bring our team members together with customers, partners, start ups, universities, hospitals and fellow colleagues to tackle some of the biggest technological hurdles Canada will face in the near future.

1
Million active users logging into My TELUS per month (consumer mobility).

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.