Job requirements Systems Architect in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as a systems architect in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Software engineers and designers (NOC 21231).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • A bachelor's degree, usually in computer science, computer systems engineering, software engineering or mathematics or completion of a college program in computer science is usually required.
  • A master's or doctoral degree in a related discipline may be required.
  • Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of professional engineers is required to approve engineering drawings and reports and to practise as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
  • Engineers are eligible for registration following graduation from an accredited educational program, three or four years of supervised work experience in engineering, and passing a professional practice examination.
  • Experience as a computer programmer is usually required.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Alberta

Job title Software Engineers

Manitoba

Job title Software Engineers
Regulated

Nova Scotia

Job title Software Engineers
Regulated
Regulatory body: Engineers Nova Scotia

Ontario

Job title Software Engineers
Regulated

Prince Edward Island

Job title Software Engineers

Québec

Job title Software Engineers
Regulated

Saskatchewan

Job title Software Engineer
Job title Software Designer

Yukon

Job title Software Engineer
Regulated
Regulatory body: Engineers of Yukon

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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