Solutions Architect – R&D, Innovation

Sherweb

Technological scout for Sherweb exploring modern software architectures and innovative technologies. Building proofs of concept and collaborating with architects to transition ideas toward productization.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$101,990 - CA$145,700 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as Sherweb’s dedicated technological scout, continuously evaluating emerging software technologies, platforms, and architectural patterns; both inside and outside Sherweb’s current ecosystem
Build proofs of concept (PoCs) and experimental prototypes to validate ideas, de-risk new approaches, and explore innovative concepts without immediate production constraints
Explore new domains even when there is no immediate product plan, purely to understand the underlying concepts and assess long-term relevance (e.g., experimenting with projects like OpenClaw even if they may never be adopted internally)
Serve as a bridge between exploration and execution: once a technology shows potential, collaborate with and involve other Sherweb architects to help bring the idea to life within Sherweb’s context
Perform continuous technological watch on modern software architecture, cloud platforms, AI agents, orchestration systems, MCP servers, developer tooling, and emerging programming models
Experiment hands-on with new technologies by: Writing exploratory code, Building isolated prototypes, Creating proof-of-concept architectures
Design and document experimental solution architectures to clearly explain: What problem the technology solves, How it works, Where it could (or could not) fit within Sherweb’s ecosystem
Perform early feasibility studies, favoring fast iteration, rapid learning, and “fail fast” approaches when appropriate
Prepare lightweight technical briefings and architecture notes to share findings with Sherweb architects and leadership
Work largely independently while maintaining strong alignment with the VP, Platform & Engineering
When appropriate, collaborate with other architects to transition validated ideas toward broader adoption or productization

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of hands-on technical experience in software development and/or solution architecture
Strong experience designing and experimenting with modern software architectures, including cloud-native and distributed systems
Demonstrated experience evaluating, testing, and experimenting with emerging technologies, not just consuming mature ones
Excellent coding ability and comfort building prototypes alone from scratch
Proficiency in both spoken and written English; French proficiency is considered an asset.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fast-paced work environment that adapts to you
A friendly and diverse work culture with inclusion and equality at the heart of our actions
State-of-the art technology and tools
A results-oriented culture where talent, action, and thinking outside the box are given due recognition
Annual salary review based on performance
Generous and caring colleagues of various professional and cultural backgrounds
A flexible total compensation offer
Vacation time that considers your previous experience
Advanced paid hours to recharge your batteries (holidays and mobile days)
Flexible benefits plan that adapts to your needs
Flexible savings fund options
A monthly home internet allowance
Paid training hours
Considerable growth opportunities
A career path with opportunities to learn and grow
Proximity to your direct manager and open, honest communication to support your development
Multiple initial and on-the-job training opportunities and tools to track your progress and help you scale up in your career
Last but not least: “Sherweblife” - a rich calendar of activities that allow us to gather virtually and face-to-face throughout the year

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Hard Skills & Tools

software developmentsolution architecturecloud-native architecturedistributed systemsprototypingemerging technologiescodingexperimental solution architecturesfeasibility studiestechnical briefings

Soft Skills

independent workcollaborationcommunicationrapid learningproblem-solvingalignment with leadership

Certifications

University degree in Computer Science