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Data & AI Solution Architect
At SaskTel, this position is referred to as Client Technology Manager-IS (Corp Data Management)
Location: Saskatoon or Regina, SK
Number of Positions: 1
Salary: $86,109 - $114,811 (Based on education and experience)
Type of Position: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: 11/06/2026
Competition Comments: This is a TCP position. This position is considered a technical career path position within SaskTel’s Technical Career Path Program. The program provides a parallel career path for technical management employees that promotes and supports the development of the high performance work environment critical to SaskTel's success. SaskTel’s Technical Career Path Program offers an opportunity to progress to higher salary bands.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountable for architectural and design leadership in Information Technology (IT) focusing on driving the development of detailed IT architecture and designs in support of corporate, external customer and partner projects. Responsible for consulting with internal and external clients to provide expertise in delivery of IT solutions. Accountable for development of quality, timely and viable IT solutions to meet SaskTel’s strategic goals.
Specific Accountabilities
- Accountable for development of detailed IT plans and architectures to support corporate, external customer and partnership opportunities. Works in conjunction with IT primes from across server, storage, database, network and application groups to deliver designs that consider risk, financial impact, skillsets and timeliness for delivery of a quality solution.
- Reviews project architectures with supporting subject matter expert groups for compliance with standards and policies.
- Provides consulting for IS strategic plan and Holdco Technology Strategy deliverable development. Create detailed implementation plans for execution of IS strategies.
- Accountable for maintaining both personal and team technical expertise associated with this position and for introduction and dispersion of this knowledge within SaskTel. This includes providing technical assistance with seminars, workshops, on-site training, formal training, and direct consultation.
- Evaluates the impact of changing business drivers on IT solutions and advises enabling and client areas on focus areas for new requirements or changes.
- Maintains a comprehensive depth and breadth of knowledge for relevant current and future technologies and best practices for incorporation into SaskTel’s IT Infrastructure as applicable.
Qualifications
- University degree in Information Technology, Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline; or, a Technical Institute diploma in Information Technology and extensive experience in a related position.
- Extensive knowledge of IT best practices and enabling technologie with extensive experience in the application of information technology principles and techniques, IT architecture and planning methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to provide strong analytical, business and technical leadership.
- Demonstrated ability and significant experience in developing business and technical recommendations.
- Strong team leader and member, able to work effectively in chairing or serving on multi-disciplinary committees while influencing the performance of others.
- Knowledge of the Telco industry, SaskTel departments/subsidiaries organization structures, operations and relationships.
- Ability to plan and coordinate/monitor the implementation of high profile projects.
- Professional certification as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Information Systems Professional (ISP) or equivalent designation is desirable.
Leadership Accountabilities
- Builds and leads a high performing workforce by demonstrating the characteristics of a great leader at SaskTel: Inspries Trust, Brings Passion & Energy, Sees the Big Picture, and Drives Results.
- Fosters employee engagement and purposefully reinforces and role models SaskTel’s corporate culture: Think Big (Innovation and Courage), Make a Difference (Commitment and Community), Focus on Experiences (Simplicity and Agility), and working as OneSaskTel Team.
- Provides clear leadership and oversight of all people-related activities, fostering a fair, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. Leads talent acquisition, development, and retention through effective coaching, feedback, and communication, while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and the collective bargaining agreement.
- Organizes and directs work including prioritizing assignments, establishing objectives, providing regular performance feedback, and taking necessary corrective action as may be required.
- Ensures all relevant policies are understood and complied with, including but not limited to safety, health, environmental, Code of Business Conduct, privacy, cybersecurity, AI usage/utilization, and authorization and signing authorities.
- Oversees financial activities within area of responsibility. Creates and/or monitors annual operating and capital budgets, keeping tabs on budget adherence, and taking necessary actions to address budget variances.
- Responsible for negotiation, execution and/or enforcement of contracts for obtaining goods and services related to the area of responsibility.
- Accountable for proactively identifying, inspiring, and acting on opportunities to innovate and drive process improvements, develop growth initiatives, and improve revenue and/or reduce costs. Driving valuable customer experiences and employee engagement, improving sustainability, and demonstrates commitment to the communities that we serve.
This is an on-site position located at the location(s) above. The successful candidate must be located within the province of Saskatchewan. Out of province/country candidates must be willing to relocate. Flexible work opportunities, in province, may be available.
At SaskTel, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives, driving innovation and creativity, while advancing our efforts as Saskatchewan’s leading Information and Communications Technology provider.
As one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, we offer rewarding work, competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental plans, pension plans, flexible work arrangements, paid time off, training & more! For more information on our benefits please click here: SaskTel’s Benefits.
We value diversity as a key aspect of our culture. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates to participate fully in the recruitment process. If you need any accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact us confidentially at talent.acquisition@sasktel.com.
