Principal IT Architect - US Electric Domain (64202)
Principal IT Architect - US Electric Domain (64202)
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About us
At National Grid we keep people connected and society moving. But its so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all we dont plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So join us as a Principal IT Architect and find your superpower. We need you!
We want to find a visionary adaptable and results-oriented Principal IT Architectfor our US Electric Domain within our Architecture team. This position can be located inBrooklyn NY Waltham MA Hicksville NY or Syracuse NY (candidates may also reside in either Connecticut New Jersey New Hampshire Pennsylvania Rhode Island Vermont or Maine). If you yearn to be innovative contribute new ideas and play a critical part in our IT & Digital organization we want to hear from you!
Job Purpose
As a Principle Architect the candidate will be responsible to lead the creation of architectural work products(artefacts) and performing various analysis. These work products are very important in communicating to the entire IT community. They may include designs blueprints global principles standards and patterns or Notices of decision that impact technology strategy.
What youll do
As a Principal IT Domain Architect youll be crucial in shaping the architecture of our technology solutions ensuring they align with our business goals and strategies. Youll lead the design and implementation of complex solutions driving innovation and excellence in our technology landscape. Youll provide technical guidance and expertise to the Programs and Products supporting the Electric Domain including Highest Security Zone hosting National Grid Critical Network Infrastructure (CNI). Key responsibilities include the following:
- Ensure alignment of IT strategies with business goals and identify capability gaps and technology recommendations to achieve our strategic objectives.
- Provide technical thought leadership and direction for the design of highly complex and Enterprise/Domain scale systems solutions to effectively meet business needs. Provide leadership for the architecture and solution design of projects/products that address strategic business needs and compliance with regulatory requirements. This includes in-depth analysis of multiple solution options and outlining technology recommendations.
- Define the roadmaps from the as-is state to the to-be state Design secure efficient and adaptable future state models. Define the high-level migration/transition plans to address the gaps between the as-is and future state.
- Lead the design and implementation of scalable robust and secure solutions.
- Create the Solution Visions and Conceptual Architecture that addresses the high-level business requirements.
- Develop integration patterns to enable timely and efficient delivery and data
- Design secure scalable and flexible solutions and ensure reliability requirements are designed in from the start.
- Maintain broad knowledge in the business applications/services that comprise the electricdomain.
- Provide technical subject matter expertise and insight related to the business applications electric domain.
- Establish and enforce architecture principles guidelines and standards.
- Conduct architecture reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
- Key Deliverables
- Solution Vision and Technology/Solution Architecture and related diagrams and documentation to meet the changing needs of our enterprise.
- Current State and Target State Architectural Definitions in alignment to program and product scope: value streams business capabilities master data personas applications and key data flows.
- Technology Roadmaps andIterations of the Architectural Definition showing transitionstates of each value stream over the course of the program and product lifecycle: value streams business capabilities master data personas applications and key data flows and technology transitions
- Application Rationalization Roadmap
Supervisory/Interpersonal- Experience Required
Demonstrate an understanding of all elements required to architect design build test operate and maintain complex global systems utilizing enterprise infrastructure and applications on time and within budget
Ability to understand the big picture and the short term perspectives of specific situations.
Demonstrated leadership dealing with challenges of diverse cultures time zones travel and communications
Extesnsive experience as a leader on multiple complex large scale projects. As well as hands on experience in emerging architectures (i.e. APIs IoT Digital Transformation)
Extensive Breadth and depth of understanding of multiple business processes and functional Domains such as manufacturing customer service logistics finance and procurement.
Expert knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
Requires expert understanding of design patterns
Technology design expertise which includes Performance Security Availability as well as Operations Monitoring and Support.
Ability to identify risks to the organization and communicate those risks effectively.
Advanced-level knowledge of industry-wide existing and emerging technologies and trends
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices such as Sox PCI ITIL RUP
Broad packaged application and technology expertise in alignment with specific domains
Certification or experience with TOGAF Zachman FEAF DODAF COBIT ITIL a plus
Ability to influence others to achieve results.
Strong knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and PCI policies and controls.
Strong consulting leading and mentoring skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytic skills.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education training and experience
- 7 years of experience designing systems for use in large scale enterprises.
- 7 years of hands-on technology development and/or implementation experience.
- Strong technical skills around vendor product selection software and technology analysis business analytics interfaces such as REST and modern software technologies such as Containers and Microservices.
- Experience with one or more of the TOGAF (or equivalent framework) architectural domains in business application data technology; have used architecture tools such as Troux Alfabet Sparx or equivalent.
- Experience in architectural support of Agile delivery framework and digital product lifecycle.
- Experience in developing solutions with both custom and COTS applications.
- Experience in technology related to utilities would be a plus such as:
- Asset and Work Management Solutions Geospatial Systems
- Utility Network Operations and control systems such as ADMS EMS SCADA OMS DERMS.
More Information
Are you the right fit for this exciting role You want to learn more about the position and National Grids ambitious Digital Transformation Then lets chat!
Rewarding work and a collaborative team-oriented culture are just the beginning. Review our digital benefit guide at full details and descriptions.
Our organization follows a hybrid work structure in our service territory (NY & MA and adjacent states) where employees can work remotely or from the office as needed. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration. We work with our employees to foster a flexible work schedule.
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Salary
Downstate NY $179000 - $210000 a year
Massachusetts $167000 - $196000 a year
Upstate NY $149000 - $175000 a year
Salary is commensurate with experience and location
This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.
National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent knowledge experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities women individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
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