Principal Software Architect

If you're an innovative technology leader who believes digital experiences should be seamless, thoughtful, and built to the highest technical standards, consider a rewarding career with Shannex. As we navigate a period of rapid growth and business transformation, our team is searching for an innovative, data-driven Principal Software Architect to join our Technology & Innovation Team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Learn more at

Shannex is a trusted leader with nearly four decades of proven success in service delivery, hospitality and healthcare, and our work is rooted in human-centred experiences that drive better living. Today, our work spans 60+ locations, a workforce of 8,000 Great People (and growing), eight brands, nine websites and 35+ systems. With more than 3.6 million square feet under construction and plans to serve new audiences, launch new products and deliver exceptional digital experiences, it's an exciting time to join our team.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by a supportive, multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts while having the autonomy to design and develop a scalable, digital blueprint for the future. Additional benefits include:

About the Opportunity

This is a key technical leadership role for a Principal Software Architect who enjoys solving complex challenges and shaping long-term digital strategy. In this highly visible position, you will own and evolve the software architecture that supports our digital ecosystem, guiding the direction and prioritization of digital investments across the organization.

You will be hands-on leading critical architectural decisions and designing scalable, API-driven integrations and custom applications that power real-time, personalized digital experiences.

Your work will enable consumers, including the public, members, residents, and guests, to seamlessly access information, request services, make reservations, purchase tickets, book fitness classes, and engage with our digital platforms.

Working closely with our technical teams and business leaders, you will ensure our digital solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and aligned with business priorities and brand experience.

In this role, you will:

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization.  Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.