Solutions Architect – R&D, Innovation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Serve as Sherweb’s dedicated technology scout, consistently assessing emerging software technologies, platforms, and architectural patterns within and beyond Sherweb’s existing ecosystem.

• Develop proofs of concept (PoCs) and experimental prototypes to validate ideas, mitigate risks of new approaches, and explore innovative concepts without immediate production pressures.

• Investigate new domains even when there is no immediate product roadmap, solely to grasp the underlying concepts and evaluate long-term significance (e.g., experimenting with projects like OpenClaw even if they may never be implemented internally).

• Act as a connector between exploration and execution: once a technology demonstrates promise, collaborate with and engage other Sherweb architects to help realize the idea within Sherweb’s framework.

• Conduct ongoing technology monitoring on contemporary software architecture, cloud platforms, AI agents, orchestration systems, MCP servers, developer tools, and novel programming models.

• Engage hands-on with new technologies by: Writing exploratory code, building isolated prototypes, and creating proof-of-concept architectures.

• Design and document experimental solution architectures to clearly articulate: What problem the technology addresses, how it functions, and where it could (or could not) fit within Sherweb’s ecosystem.

• Execute early feasibility assessments, prioritizing fast iterations, rapid learning, and “fail fast” strategies when suitable.

• Prepare concise technical briefings and architecture notes to communicate findings with Sherweb architects and leadership.

• Work largely autonomously while ensuring strong alignment with the VP, Platform & Engineering.

• Collaborate with other architects when appropriate to transition validated ideas towards wider adoption or productization.

⛳️ Requirements

• A university degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience).

• Over 10 years of hands-on technical experience in software development and/or solution architecture.

• Extensive experience in designing and experimenting with modern software architectures, including cloud-native and distributed systems.

• Proven experience in evaluating, testing, and experimenting with emerging technologies, rather than solely relying on mature ones.

• Exceptional coding skills and the ability to independently build prototypes from the ground up.

• Proficiency in both spoken and written English; knowledge of French is considered an asset.

🏝️ Benefits

• A fast-paced work environment that adapts to you.

• A friendly and diverse workplace culture with inclusion and equality at the core of our initiatives.

• Access to state-of-the-art technology and tools.

• A results-driven culture that acknowledges talent, action, and innovative thinking.

• Annual salary reviews based on performance.

• Supportive and caring colleagues from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds.

• A flexible total compensation package.

• Vacation time that takes into account your previous experience.

• Advanced paid hours to recharge (holidays and mobile days).

• A flexible benefits plan tailored to your needs.

• Flexible savings fund options.

• A monthly home internet allowance.

• Paid training hours.

• Significant opportunities for growth.

• A career path with avenues for learning and advancement.

• Close proximity to your direct manager and open, honest communication to support your development.

• Numerous initial and on-the-job training opportunities, along with tools to track your progress and facilitate your career growth.

• Last but not least: “Sherweblife” - a rich calendar of activities that allows us to connect virtually and in-person throughout the year.