Enterprise Architecture-Renewables, Manager
Houston, MS - USA
Job Summary
Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work you can be confident that youre joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.
AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreements goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers are setting the pace for rapid global decarbonization.
If youre ready to be part of a company thats not just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for you. Were not just building a cleaner more sustainable future - were powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.
This role ispart of the Digital team overseeing strategic planningarchitectureand modernization oftheTechnologyArchitecturefortheUS RenewablesBusiness.Key initiatives include defining and driving architecturestrategies developing enterprise roadmaps supporting digital transformation initiatives and business technology roadmap management.Thispositioncollaborateswith other digitalfunctionalleadsinestablishingan effective technology architecture across all enterprise Digital platforms and providingprimary input to the Digital Governance Process. This functionis responsible forprocess management across the Digital function.
The Enterprise Architect will lead architecture processes includingthe Architecture Review Board for US Renewables liaising with the Digital Center of ExpertiseforCybersecurity Hosting and Networkingpoliciestohave an integrated and standardizedtechnology roadmap and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Leadthe implementation of Enterprise Architecturepracticesstandardsand frameworks for the Digital Team touse in evaluating technology changesfor the Renewables Business Unit.
Lead the transition from point-in-time architecture documentation to structured governed architecture data that can be analyzed reused and kept currentby implementing theLeanIXArchitectural Solution.
Leadthearchitecturereview boardto reviewapproveand guide the enterprise onnew technologyimplementations for projectsprogramsand SaaS solutions.
Define the maturity stages forapplicationportfolio management(e.g.inventory assessment rationalization modernization) and guide other digital functionsin its implementation.
Establishconsistent linkage between businessand technologyarchitecture ensuringcapabilities processes value streams are mapped inapplicationsdataand technology; ensuring alignment betweenbusiness and IT strategy to ensure IT capabilities align and business goals.
Cross-functional alignment of roadmapsand standards and toidentifywhen changes are.
Facilitates business and digital alignmentthrough collaborative consultative leadership driving digital business strategies and balancing innovation that drives growth with cost optimization and risk mitigation.
Design and evolve a modernization scorecard thatassessesapplications data analyticsandIT/OTtechnologies across architectural criteria that can recommend modernization tactics and effort.
Reduce risk across theRenewables Business Unitby ensuring deployed technology is secureresilientand meets policy requirements for privacyobsolescenceand security.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelors degree in computer scienceComputer Engineering Business ora relatedfield.
5 years of experience in strategic and operations planning and/or business analysis.
10 years of experience in at least three disciplines such as business information solution or technical architecture application development middleware information analysis database management or operations in a multitier environment.
Demonstrated experience implementingsoftware solutions.
Preference for TOGAF certification
ExperienceworkingwithteamAgilepractices(PreferCertifiedPMI-ACP)
Collaborative and supportive fostering alignment with business strategies and values.
Innovative with strong foresight systems thinking and design thinking capabilities.
Vendor and technology neutral focused on achieving targeted business outcomes over personal preferences or those of other business and IT leaders.
Ability to work collaboratively across geographically distributed teams.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
AES is a global energy company that creates greener, smarter and innovative energy solutions. Together, we can accelerate the future of energy.