Role Summary
This role is responsible for providing end-to-end solution architecture support across SLFD Distribution initiatives, ensuring alignment between business objectives and technology solutions.
You will act as a strategic advisor and technical leader, shaping solution direction, driving modernization, and guiding delivery teams to ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards. As a Solution Architect, you will be part of a collaborative and innovative team focused on delivering high-quality solutions that enhance advisor experience, improve operational efficiency, and align with enterprise standards.
For this position we are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Solution Architect to support and drive transformation across Sun Life’s Distribution (SLFD) ecosystem, with a focus on advisor-facing technologies and platforms.
We are looking for a seasoned candidate with deep experience in Financial Services and a strong understanding of advisor technology, enterprise platforms, and modern architecture practices. AI/Agentic acceleration, both from a viewpoint of application development and the use of automated Agents are essential.
Bring us your passion for working as an integrated team of business and technology leaders to translate business needs into scalable, future-ready solutions. Your ability to combine technical expertise with strong business insight will enable impactful delivery across a complex and evolving advisor landscape.
What will you do?
Strategy, Architecture & Modernization
Shape technology strategy including build vs. buy decisions, modernization approaches, and architecture roadmaps
Define target-state architectures, patterns, and solution designs for Distribution platforms
Drive adoption of modern technologies including cloud, APIs, and digital platforms
Evaluate and recommend technology stacks, platforms, and vendor solutions
Solution Delivery & Governance
Lead architecture activities across SLFD Distribution initiatives
Guide solutions through governance processes (ATG, Triage, PAA, RTAB, ETAB, ISRA)
Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards
Identify and manage risks, trade-offs, and technical debt
Business–Technology Leadership
Translate business requirements into scalable, enterprise-aligned solutions
Communicate technical concepts clearly to business stakeholders
Influence decision-making to align technology outcomes with business strategy
Advisor Experience & Domain Expertise
Provide expertise on advisor technology ecosystems and integration patterns
Assess solution impact on advisor workflows, adoption, and productivity
Guide design decisions to ensure successful rollout and long-term usability
Portfolio Oversight & Engagement
Vendor & Technology Selection
Support vendor evaluation and selection (RFP/RFQ)
Ensure solutions meet scalability, integration, and enterprise requirements
Architecture Artifacts & Application Management
Delivery Enablement & Leadership
Incident & Problem Resolution
What do you need to succeed?
Strong knowledge of architecture frameworks, governance, and road-mapping
Experience in advisor technology ecosystems and enterprise applications
Expertise in APIs, integration patterns, and cloud platforms
Well versed on digital enterprise solutions
Stakeholder engagement across business and technology
Problem-solving and strategic thinking
Driving alignment across teams
Balancing short-term and long-term priorities
Proficient in using AI tools (Claude, co-pilot, etc)
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field
10+ years of Solution Architecture experience in Financial Services
Experience with cloud, APIs, and enterprise systems
Experience working in Agile environments
What’s in it for you?
Flexible hybrid work model #LI- Hybrid
Competitive salary and bonus structure influenced by market range data
Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security
Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
Care Days available for self-care or care of others (i.e., family or others you may support) and Sick Days to support your well-being.
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