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EVERSOURCE

IT Senior Architect, Solution (Hybrid)

EVERSOURCE, Berlin, New Hampshire, us, 03570


IT Senior Architect, Solution (Hybrid)

This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.

Our Team

Role and Scope of Position:Develops and implements systems architecture that will meet business needs. The solution architect’s responsibilities include gathering requirements and functional specifications, assessing the current software systems in place to identify areas in need of improvement, and overseeing development teams. Regularly update the company on any developments in systems architecture projects.

Essential Functions:

Reviews business context for solutions to company challenges as well as defining the vision and requirements for the solution, recommending potential options, (which may include RFPs or prototype development), selecting the most optimal option, and the development of a roadmap for the selected solution.

Communicates the architecture to the stakeholders and collaborates and coordinates with other architects and engineers in the formalization and adoption of IT standards and procedures.

Champions a structured approach to business application solutions from a selection, implementation and development perspective

Directly assists in the development of a solutions architecture program including roadmaps and project portfolios for IT systems architecture.

Assures solutions not only are a fit for the specific purpose but also closely align with the standards guidelines of technology solutions.

Influences changes to standards when necessary. (Works with EA developing the Standards)

Directs the identification and recommendation of appropriate solutions, upgrades, replacements, or decommissioning options incorporating business and technology productivity, usability, and total cost of ownership.

Develops and executes solutions which further reduce the percentage of time spent on reactive work.

Builds and integrates information systems to meet the company's needs.

Assesses the systems architecture currently in place and working with technical staff to recommend solutions to improve it.

Provides supervision and guidance to development teams. (Works with PMO to create project Teams)

Continually researches current and emerging technologies and proposing changes where needed.

Informs various stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented.

Assesses the business impact that certain technical choices have in the overall landscape at Eversource

Provides updates to stakeholders on product development processes, costs, and budgets.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

Extensive knowledge of Enterprise Applications such as – IFS Mobile Workforce Management, Oracle Primavera related to Work Planning, Scheduling, Dispatching

Good Understanding of all aspects of Work Lifecycle related to Electric and Gas Operations

Extensive knowledge of systems development methodologies and systems integration methodologies and architecture standards.

Experience in designing and developing systems architecture for implementing medium to large scale Enterprise Applications and Systems integrations

Strong knowledge in implementing and managing full project life cycle for a variety of enterprise projects, legacy system migrations, conversions and system upgrades encompassing infrastructure assessment, n-tier distributed application development and process improvements

Collaborate with data architects, infrastructure architects, and other portfolio/program architects across the organization to ensure proposed solutions align closely with the portfolio/enterprise level architecture

Knowledge of business continuity including high availability, disaster recovery, and risk management

Strong Technical knowledge of Microsoft Technologies, DevOps, SDLC, Azure, AWS, Cloud-Infrastructure, Container, Docker, Kubernetes, Middleware Integration Platforms: Mulesoft, webMethods, Informatica, webServices, microServices, Database Platforms – Oracle, SQL Server

Understanding of various Operating Systems, Middleware Servers and infrastructure components such as Windows Servers, Linux, IIServer, Active Directory, LDAP, TCP/IP Networking

Preferred - Certification in Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Azure Data Engineering, AWS

Preferred - Understanding of Enterprise GIS/Spatial platform such as ESRI, Smallworld

Preferred - Understanding of Enterprise Work and Asset Management platform such as IBM Maximo / Maximo Application Suite (MAS)

Preferred - Understanding of Enterprise CRM platform such as SAP

Excellent oral and written communication

Analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail

Ability to work under indirect supervision

Broad understanding of information technology topics

Effective interpersonal skills and collaborative management style to include teamwork and team building ability

Comfortable with ambiguity and time spent outside of comfort zone acquiring new skills

Flexible in a fast-paced dynamic environment with shifting roles and responsibilities

Technically creative and open-minded

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education and work experience

Experience :

Minimum of 10 years of experience related to IT Management or other information technology solutions architecture role

Demonstrated ability to communicate the complexities of technical programs

Licenses & Certifications:

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Mental Aspects :

Leadership Behaviors/Competencies:

Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities

Know the business plan and how your role connects to it

Identify problems, issues; take responsibility for resolution

Set high standards for self; deliver quality performance

Raise ideas for improvement

Communicate, communicate, communicate

Build Trusting Relationships

Follow through on commitments made to manager, colleagues, and customers.

Address difficult or controversial issues and encourage others to do the same.

Have honest dialogue with others

Manage and Develop People

Set performance goals that align with department and company goals

Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance

Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc.

Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration

Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve “One Company” and other goals

Recognize and address cross functional implications of your work

Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce

Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work

Lead Change

Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service.

Respond positively to new demands or circumstances

Exhibit a “can-do” attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes

Focus on the Customer

Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $138,750 to $154,170.00, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.

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Worker Type:RegularNumber of Openings:

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EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

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