Project Architect

Hybrid Position: 03 Days Onsite and 02 Days Remote

Position Summary:

The IT Architect is responsible for designing, leading, and ensuring the technical alignment and quality of multiple projects within the Commercial Operations group. This role focuses on creating high-level and detailed technical designs, ensuring compliance with architectural standards, and leading the implementation of enterprise-level solutions from design through deployment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop high-level and detailed technical designs that meet business requirements.
• Lead and coordinate all technical aspects of solution implementation, including application, database, security, and infrastructure deployment.
• Ensure solutions adhere to established architectural standards and contribute to the development of new standards as needed.
• Deliver high-quality, low-risk solutions that integrate seamlessly into operational support models.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation through solution and operational enhancements.
• Ensure all solutions meet regulatory and security compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors for service delivery and technology implementation.

Essential Skills:

• Continuous Learner: Actively develops skills and adapts to evolving technologies and environments.
• Personally Effective: Utilizes personal strengths and resources effectively to achieve objectives.
• Tenacious & Results-Driven: Sets high standards and demonstrates persistence in achieving goals.
• Creative Problem Solver: Innovates and optimizes available resources to overcome challenges.
• Effective Communicator: Communicates clearly, strategically, and respectfully across teams.
• Collaborator & Partner: Works cooperatively with others to achieve shared goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• 6 years of IT experience, preferably within a large, distributed organization.
• 3 years of experience delivering enterprise technical solutions aligned with business goals.
• 3 years of hands-on experience developing solutions using MEAN, LAMP, or Microsoft .NET stacks.
• 3 years of experience with relational database systems such as SQL Server or Oracle.
• 3 years of experience architecting end-to-end enterprise solutions.
• Proven experience delivering technology solutions across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF or FEAF (preferred).
• Experience with workflow management tools, server/network configurations, and cloud or hybrid environments (a plus).
• Experience in the Energy or Utility industry (a plus).