Application Architect

Overview

Adastra is seeking a Solution / Application Architect to support a strategic assessment and modernization initiative for a complex, enterprise‑grade platform operating across cloud and edge environments. This role focuses on evaluating current‑state application architecture, identifying improvement opportunities, and helping define a future‑ready, unified architecture. You will play a key role in shaping modernization recommendations, enabling scalability, reusability, and long‑term sustainability across distributed systems.

Primary Location: Across Canada or USA

Work Model: Fully Remote

Employment Type: Contractor

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assess current application architecture across multiple functional components

Evaluate modularity, scalability, and configurability of existing solutions

Identify technical debt and opportunities for refactoring or component reuse

Analyze application integration patterns and data flows

Map current capabilities to a defined target‑state architecture

Contribute to architecture recommendations and modernization strategies

Support development of a roadmap and MVP plan for future enhancements

Produce clear, structured architecture deliverables and assessments

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

8–12+ years of experience in application or solution architecture roles

Strong background in distributed application design

Experience with microservices and modular architecture patterns

Knowledge of cloud‑native application design principles

Proven experience assessing existing codebases and application landscapes

Ability to develop practical modernization and refactoring strategies

Strong analytical and documentation skills

Ability to communicate architectural concepts clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders

NICE TO HAVE

Experience working with IoT or edge‑based application architectures

Exposure to disconnected or intermittently connected environments

Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns

Experience contributing to architecture roadmaps or MVP definitions

Background in platform or product modernization initiatives

ABOUT ADASTRA

Adastra is a global leader in AI and data-driven transformation, helping organizations lead with artificial intelligence—responsibly, strategically, and at scale. With over 25 years of experience, Adastra empowers enterprise clients to unlock business value through data innovation, operational excellence, and smart customer engagement.

Trusted by some of the world’s most prominent brands, Adastra delivers end-to-end solutions grounded in thoughtful strategy, robust governance, and deep technical expertise. From defining vision to ensuring execution, Adastra guides organizations through every stage of their AI, data and cloud journey—building future-ready capabilities and delivering measurable, lasting impact.

Adastra serves clients across key industries including financial services, automotive, manufacturing, technology, media and telecom (TMT), healthcare, retail, and professional services. The company employs more than 2,000 professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia.

WHAT WE OFFER

Opportunity for advancement and career progression

Competitive compensation

Successful referral program

The opportunity to work with one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies

Satisfaction of working for a reputable company 

A flexible, dynamic, and diverse workplace

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code.  In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporation’s implementation and support of employment initiatives, encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.

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