Job Description Principal Solution Designer Build the Future with Us Are you passionate about designing innovative technology solutions and eager to help shape the digital future of a leading organization? As a Principal Solution Designer, you will play a strategic role in the design and evolution of robust, secure, and scalable technology solutions within a hybrid environment that includes APIs, .NET, Salesforce, cloud platforms, and on-premises technologies. Working closely with architects, development teams, product leaders, and business stakeholders, you will transform technology strategies into practical solutions that create business value and support organizational objectives. What You Will Accomplish with Us As a Principal Solution Designer, you will: Design application solutions within complex, integrated, and hybrid technology environments. Analyze business requirements and assess impacts to recommend scalable and sustainable solutions. Incorporate security, performance, maintainability, and operational requirements into solution designs from the outset. Collaborate with architects and delivery teams to translate technology roadmaps and architectural guidelines into implementable solutions. Serve as a subject matter expert on software engineering best practices, Developer Experience (DevX), and DevSecOps. Guide and mentor teams to promote knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Contribute to the standardization of design, development, and delivery practices across the organization. Support modernization and technology transformation initiatives while leveraging emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence. What Could Accelerate Your Success in This Role We are looking for someone who: Has significant experience designing enterprise application solutions in a senior, principal, or equivalent role. Possesses a strong understanding of complex, integrated, and hybrid technology ecosystems. Demonstrates strong collaboration and stakeholder influence skills in multidisciplinary environments. Excels at impact analysis, solution design documentation, and technical decision-making. Has a passion for continuous improvement, software quality, and modern engineering practices. Is able to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Has experience with technologies such as APIs, .NET, Salesforce, cloud platforms, and on-premises solutions. Thrives in modernization and digital transformation environments. Demonstrates autonomy, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Has a strong interest in using Artificial Intelligence as a catalyst for innovation and efficiency. Preferred Knowledge and Skills Strong knowledge of software engineering, Developer Experience (DevX), and DevSecOps practices. Experience in detailed solution design, systems integration, impact analysis, and technical documentation. Understanding of software quality principles, application security, and non-functional requirements. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong coaching, mentoring, and leadership capabilities. Intermediate proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is required as the successful candidate will regularly communicate with technology vendors, consult specialized documentation, and use various tools that are primarily available in English. Advanced proficiency in French (spoken and written) is required, as the successful candidate will be expected to communicate effectively with French-speaking colleagues, business partners, and stakeholders, produce high-quality documentation, facilitate discussions, and support initiatives conducted primarily in French on a regular basis. Why You'll Love Working with Us A workplace where learning and professional development are combined with a shared pursuit of excellence. A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. The flexibility of a hybrid work environment supported by inspiring and innovative workspaces. Competitive benefits, including flexible group insurance plans, a comprehensive retirement program, employee share purchase plans, vacation and wellness days, telemedicine services, employee assistance programs, ergonomic home-office support, performance incentives, product discounts, and more. Apply Today and Take the Lead in Your Career Your talent matters. Join us and help shape the future through innovative technology solutions. Not Sure You Meet Every Requirement? We believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply. Your unique background may be exactly what we're looking for. Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue Company iA Financial Group Posting End Date 2026-08-14 Company Overview iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes. Want to join the iA family, but there’s no job openings right now that match your profile? Let us know you’re interested!