Job Specifications
Who We Are
Fairstone Bank and its family of brands are united in delivering innovative, accessible and reliable financial solutions that enable Canadians to reach their goals.
Over the years, our brand family has grown. In 2024, Home Trust Company, Home Bank and Oaken Financial became part of the Fairstone Bank family of brands, alongside Fairstone, EdenPark and Fig.
Together, we are the leading alternative lending bank in Canada. We have the collective experience and expertise to better serve our customers and foster our partners’ growth.
With a diverse suite of products—residential and commercial mortgages, consumer deposits and GICs, credit cards, retail and automobile financing, personal loans and digital lending—we offer financial solutions tailored to all Canadians, including newcomers, small-business owners, smart investors and savvy consumers.
Backed by nearly a century of lending experience through its legacy companies, Fairstone Bank and its brand family are proud to be Canada’s leading alternative lending bank.
About The Role
The Director of Enterprise Architecture is responsible for defining and governing the organization’s technology architecture strategy to ensure alignment with business objectives. This role leads the development of architecture frameworks, standards, and roadmaps, enabling scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions across all platforms.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain enterprise architecture principles, standards, and governance processes.
Develop architecture roadmaps supporting digital transformation and modernization initiatives.
Collaborate with business and technology leaders to align architecture with strategic priorities.
Oversee solution design reviews to ensure compliance with architecture guidelines.
Manage architecture repository and documentation for transparency and reuse.
Drive innovation through evaluation of emerging technologies and best practices.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Certifications in Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF, ArchiMate) are highly desirable.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional and Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are strongly preferred.
Minimum 10 years in IT architecture roles, including at least 5 years in leadership positions.
Proven experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).
Strong background in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), integration patterns, and security architecture.
Track record of delivering architecture strategies in complex, regulated environments.
Demonstrated strategic leadership and ability to influence at executive level.
Proven ability to empower teams and foster a culture of collaboration.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
What You’ll Love About Working Here
Award-Winning Culture: We’re proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work Canada 2025 and one of Montreal’s Top Employers 2025 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid work model designed to support your lifestyle.
Time to Recharge: Generous vacation based on your role, statutory holidays, plus 6 wellness days to prioritize your well-being.
Compensation Package: Competitive base salary plus an annual incentive bonus tied to performance.
Comprehensive Benefits: Robust health and dental coverage through Manulife, as well as virtual healthcare through Dialogue.
Future-Ready Savings: Group Retirement Savings Plan with up to 7% employer match.
Exclusive Perks: Discounts from top retailers via WorkPerks, plus location-based perks like gym memberships and Toronto Bike Share.
On-Site Fitness: Gym access at our London and Montreal offices.
Continuous Growth: Education Assistance Program and Fairstone Academy for training and skill development.
Family Support: Parental leave top-up program to help you during life’s big moments.
Community Impact: One paid volunteer day to give back to causes that matter to you.
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What You Can Expect - Pay & Process
Expected base salary range is $150 000. - $175 000.00 , plus the opportunity to earn an annual incentive bonus tied to performance.
This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.
Artificial intelligence may be used in parts of the recruitment process.
All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and validation of their work experience to qualify for hire.
If what you read excites you, we’d like to hear from you! Please submit your application and we’ll contact you if you become selected for first stages of the interview process.
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About the Company
Fairstone Bank and its family of brands form Canada’s leading alternative lending bank, united in delivering innovative, accessible and reliable financial solutions that enable Canadians to reach their goals. With a diverse suite of products — residential and commercial mortgages, consumer deposits and GICs, credit cards and rewards programs, retail financing and automobile financing, personal loans and digital lending — we offer financial solutions tailored to all Canadians. -- La Banque Fairstone et sa famille de marques f...
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