Expert, Solution Architect

3 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada CN Full time

At CN, we work together to drive our company forward and contribute to the progression of North America. Join our Information & Technology (I&T) team, a crucial component responsible for automating and digitizing our railroad operations using agile methodologies. This ensures optimal and safe functioning, allowing employees to focus on value-added tasks. Grow your skills and career in our close-knit, safety-focused culture where collaboration is key. The meaningful careers we offer make a difference. Become part of our team

Job Summary

The Expert in Telephony & Contact Center Solution Architecture/Product Management transforms business requirements into product roadmaps, defining comprehensive Telephony and Contact Center solutions aligned with Enterprise Architecture and corporate strategies. Collaborating closely with Business and I&T stakeholders, the Expert drives the evolution of CN's IT enterprise platform products and solutions. This involves incorporating user and business client feedback, adhering to Enterprise Architecture principles, and utilizing input from the Service Offering Manager and Product Owner. The role ensures that products meet CN's regulatory, cybersecurity standards, market best practices, and modernization goals.

Main Responsibilities

Solution Architecture

  • Assess the current tech portfolio and suggest enhancements or alternatives
  • Evaluate Voice and infrastructure technologies
  • Implement data center and network evolution initiatives
  • Design modular solutions with replication capabilities
  • Review business requests for feasibility, impacts, and risks

Collaborate with System Architecture, provide guidance to project teams, ensure solutions meet business needs and comply with corporate standards, manage architectural risks, and support other Solution Architects.

Customer Partnering

  • Build trusted relationships with customers and support leads
  • Translate customer needs into solutions through formal roadmaps
  • Define and enhance requirements for products and solutions
  • Manage product pipelines and new product developments

Engage with various stakeholders to ensure clarity of project requirements, understand product costs, and monitor customer satisfaction.

Evolving Product Roadmaps

Provide insights on innovative technologies, organize Product Governance, manage product lifecycles, assess security risks, align with Architecture strategies, prioritize roadmap initiatives, monitor project execution, and ensure product consistency.

Collaborate with vendors, ensure delivery of requirements, and manage inter-dependencies between products.

Working Conditions

Standard office environment with occasional North American travel (< 10%)

Requirements

Experience

  • At least 10 years of relevant work experience, including 5+ years in a similar role
  • Experience in creating Voice solutions architecture
  • Leadership experience in large organizations and transportation logistics

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent

Competencies

  • Effective communication and leadership skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Business acumen and industry knowledge
  • Organizational and planning skills

Technical Skills/Knowledge

  • Expertise in IP Telephony and Contact Center Technologies
  • Experience with IT security practices and transformation initiatives
  • Knowledge of cloud solutions and agile architectures
  • Skills in network automation and IT certifications

About CN

CN is a leading transportation company with a rich history dating back to 1919. Operating a vast rail network throughout North America, CN plays a vital role in community prosperity and sustainable trade. Committed to safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, CN values teamwork and excellence in operational and supply chain services.

CN strives to create a safe, inclusive, and sustainable environment that reflects the diversity of the communities it serves. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if they don't meet every job requirement. Accommodations for the recruitment process are available upon request.

As an equal opportunity employer, CN considers all applicants based on merit without discrimination. We appreciate all applicants' interest and will only contact those under consideration.



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