Solution Architect (101103)

Employment Type:

Full-time Regular

City:

Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date:

02/24/2026

PostingClose Date:

03/10/2026 (Please note the posting will close at

11:59pm MST )

This position requires in-person collaboration up to 5 days per week. *Please note this arrangement is subject to change with business requirements.*

Why WestJet: Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Overview of role The Solution Architect, Data Automation is responsible for the end-to-end solution architecture of digital, data, and automation initiatives within the digital business and data automation domain. The role ensures solutions are fit for purpose, well-designed, and aligned to enterprise architecture standards, strategies, and engineering practices.

This role works closely with business partners, delivery teams, and fellow architects to translate complex requirements into coherent architectural designs, satisfactorily reconcile conflicting concerns of stakeholders and manage tradeoffs, to create the intended business outcomes. The Solution Architect contributes to the maturity of WestJet’s architecture practice by applying standards, promoting sound architectural principles, and mentoring others through collaboration and example.

Key deliverables include

Develops and maintains stable, viable solution architectures, ensuring consistency of design and adherence to architectural standards across multiple initiatives

Owns architectural design for assigned projects or programs, including key decisions, tradeoffs, and documentation

Translates complex business and technical requirements into architectural designs, models, and implementation guidance

Balances functional needs, cost, security, service quality, and operational considerations to deliver pragmatic, scalable solutions

Ensures solutions align with enterprise architectures, strategies, policies, and standards, including security, privacy, and regulatory requirements

Provides risk-based architectural governance, supporting delivery teams while managing changes and deviations appropriately

Coordinates architecture across multiple teams and stakeholders, ensuring solutions integrate effectively within the broader ecosystem

Develops, communicates and maintains solution level roadmaps that align with business outcomes and delivery plans

Acts as a trusted architectural advisor to delivery teams and stakeholders within their domain

Contributes to architecture standards, patterns, and best practices through participation in architecture forums and communities of practice

Guides and mentors engineers, analysts, and peers, supporting capability growth and consistent architectural practices

Experience and qualifications

Postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline, with 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Proven experience designing and delivering complex solutions across digital, data, and automation domains, including familiarity with LLMs and generative AI technologies

Strong stakeholder management and engagement skills, with demonstrated experience in balancing business, functional and systems management requirements to create valuable, resilient solutions

Hands-on experience with Big Data Platforms such as Snowflake and Databricks

Hands-on experience with AI/ML platforms

Understanding of prompt engineering, model fine-tuning and deployment strategies

Knowledge of ethical AI principles and regulatory compliance for AI solutions

Strong understanding of solution architecture frameworks and modelling approaches, such as TOGAF, SABSA, ArchiMate, and the C4 model

Broad technical knowledge across application architecture, integration patterns (APIs, services, microservices), cloud platforms, data, and security

Experience applying automation and digital technologies within enterprise solutions, with the ability to adapt architectural thinking across evolving platforms

Solid understanding of security, privacy, and regulatory requirements, including PCI, PIPEDA, GDPR, and CCPA

Demonstrated ability to collaborate, influence, and communicate effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to operate effectively across design and delivery contexts

Architecture and/or cloud certifications are considered an asset

The benefits of being a WestJetter: WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win

Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date

Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.

As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada’s leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.

Our Safety Promise At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, and if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply - even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talent@westjet.com.

We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive, and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. We encourage you to explore future opportunities with us if this role isn't the right fit at this time.

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