Systems Architect
About the role
Department
Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Information Management
Location
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)
Job Type
Permanent
End Date
Full/Part Time
Full-time
Standard Hours Bi-weekly
75
Classification
ST17
Salary
$99,800.00 - $115,857.00
Union
YEU
Days Off
Saturday/Sunday
Travel
10%
Admissibility
Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry
This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference**.**
Job Summary and Requirements
This posting is for one (1) full-time, permanent position, working 75 hours biweekly. It will also establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions. Temporary Assignments may be considered, with supervisory approval.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.
Our team
The Information Services Branch consists of three units including Information Technology, Access & Information Management and Project Management Services. The Branch offers a comprehensive range of services designed to assist Health and Social Services including IT operational support, personal health information access requests, information management, privacy and IT project management.
This opportunity
As a part the Information Services Branch, the Systems Architect designs and oversees secure, scalable healthcare systems supporting public health programs and government healthcare services.
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For more information on this job, please contact Adam Labar, Chief Information officer at Adam.Labar@yukon.ca
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For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Darlene Allain, HR Consultant at Darlene.Allain@yukon.ca
Your benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
Your career, your home, your lifestyle
We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.
As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.
Important application and job requirements
Essential qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
- Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Health Informatics or relevant program of study.
- Extensive experience in systems architecture or solution architecture roles.
- Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining architecture for healthcare information systems and digital platforms.
- Experience leading technical architecture decisions, setting architecture standards, and guiding system integration
- Experience designing and implementing solutions using cloud platforms, APIs, and enterprise systems.
- Experience supervising staff, including providing direction, support, and performance feedback.
Candidates who have education/coursework and/or training along with considerable experience in the essential qualification listed above may be equally considered.
It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.
Desired knowledge, skills and suitability
If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
- Ability to effectively lead change management processes and innovation
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills
- Strong ability to clearly communicate both oral and written
- Ability to achieve results in a time critical environment
- Ability to work independently
It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.
Conditions of employment
You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.
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WHMIS 2015
Job requirements
This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
- Ability to travel periodically both within, and outside of, the Territory.
- Ability to work on site within an office environment.
Learn more
- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.caor phone 867-667-9453.
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
26 May 2026
Close Date
08 June 2026
Job Description
Systems Architect Job Description