About the role
As one of Canada’s fastest growing and most diverse cities, the City of Surrey is a recognized leader in innovation and sustainability. Technology is central to how we serve our community—making our city smarter, more connected, and more resilient.
Joining Surrey’s IT Department means more than starting a job—it means joining a mission. We’re leading digital transformation in municipal government, delivering secure, user-focused solutions that support public safety, urban planning, environmental goals, and more. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals in a collaborative, learning-focused environment—helping shape a future-ready city and a career you can be proud of.
Employment Status
Union – CUPE Local 402 – Regular Full-Time
Scope
As an Information Technology Architect, you will operate with significant autonomy while contributing to a collaborative team environment. You’ll help define and guide the architectural vision for corporate applications, platforms, and services supported by IT. Your work will shape the City’s technology direction through secure, innovative, and resilient solutions that balance reliability with future-readiness.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with IT staff, vendors, manufacturers, analysts, and business stakeholders to define technology strategies, identify dependencies, establish standards and roadmaps, and champion their adoption and ongoing maintenance of these across the organization
Act as a trusted advisor across departments—providing both strategic guidance and practical recommendations on technology solutions and business methods to enable and deliver business capabilities
Lead or coordinate small teams on complex projects—organizing and planning work assignments while ensuring objectives and deadlines are met for enterprise-scale initiatives
Develop architectural approaches and solutions by assessing current systems, conducting business and technical reviews, and documenting key findings—then providing recommendations that guide future design, integration, or modernization efforts
Create and socialize the development and adoption of IT governance practices, architecture frameworks, and standards across the organization.
Continuously monitor emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their applicability to the City’s goals and evolving enterprise architecture
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Degree in a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution, plus four years of relevant experience—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven expertise across architectural domains (e.g., solution, application, technology, security, and enterprise), with strong knowledge of architecture frameworks and cybersecurity principles.
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, including mentoring junior staff, setting direction for teams, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to deliver results under tight timelines and shifting priorities.
Strategic thinker with the ability to align architectural decisions with organizational priorities and anticipate future needs.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with sound judgment on complex technical and business issues.
Skilled at working across disciplines—including technical leads, subject matter experts, project managers, and business analysts—to co-design and deliver integrated, scalable solutions.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into meaningful insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Completion of a Police Information Check is required.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: 33
Hourly Rate: $60.82 (2024 Rates) Pay Steps Hourly Rates Step 1 $60.82 Step 2 (6 months) $63.35 Step 3 (18 months)' $66.00 Step 4 (30 months) $68.79
Conditions of Employment
This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until August 11, 2025.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms
About the role
As one of Canada’s fastest growing and most diverse cities, the City of Surrey is a recognized leader in innovation and sustainability. Technology is central to how we serve our community—making our city smarter, more connected, and more resilient.
Joining Surrey’s IT Department means more than starting a job—it means joining a mission. We’re leading digital transformation in municipal government, delivering secure, user-focused solutions that support public safety, urban planning, environmental goals, and more. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals in a collaborative, learning-focused environment—helping shape a future-ready city and a career you can be proud of.
Employment Status
Union – CUPE Local 402 – Regular Full-Time
Scope
As an Information Technology Architect, you will operate with significant autonomy while contributing to a collaborative team environment. You’ll help define and guide the architectural vision for corporate applications, platforms, and services supported by IT. Your work will shape the City’s technology direction through secure, innovative, and resilient solutions that balance reliability with future-readiness.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with IT staff, vendors, manufacturers, analysts, and business stakeholders to define technology strategies, identify dependencies, establish standards and roadmaps, and champion their adoption and ongoing maintenance of these across the organization
Act as a trusted advisor across departments—providing both strategic guidance and practical recommendations on technology solutions and business methods to enable and deliver business capabilities
Lead or coordinate small teams on complex projects—organizing and planning work assignments while ensuring objectives and deadlines are met for enterprise-scale initiatives
Develop architectural approaches and solutions by assessing current systems, conducting business and technical reviews, and documenting key findings—then providing recommendations that guide future design, integration, or modernization efforts
Create and socialize the development and adoption of IT governance practices, architecture frameworks, and standards across the organization.
Continuously monitor emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their applicability to the City’s goals and evolving enterprise architecture
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Degree in a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution, plus four years of relevant experience—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven expertise across architectural domains (e.g., solution, application, technology, security, and enterprise), with strong knowledge of architecture frameworks and cybersecurity principles.
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, including mentoring junior staff, setting direction for teams, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to deliver results under tight timelines and shifting priorities.
Strategic thinker with the ability to align architectural decisions with organizational priorities and anticipate future needs.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with sound judgment on complex technical and business issues.
Skilled at working across disciplines—including technical leads, subject matter experts, project managers, and business analysts—to co-design and deliver integrated, scalable solutions.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into meaningful insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Completion of a Police Information Check is required.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: 33
Hourly Rate: $60.82 (2024 Rates) Pay Steps Hourly Rates Step 1 $60.82 Step 2 (6 months) $63.35 Step 3 (18 months)' $66.00 Step 4 (30 months) $68.79
Conditions of Employment
This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until August 11, 2025.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms