Principal Architect

About usAt National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s 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 don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as a Principal Architect, and find your superpower. We need you!We want to find an innovative, adaptable, and results-oriented Principal Architect with a focus on PC and Mobility, to help create a digital workspace that will meet the growing needs of our Business and employees. This position can be located in  Waltham, MA, Brooklyn, NY, 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 Digital Workplace Services team, we want to hear from you!What you'll doAs a Principal Architect, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that enhance user experiences on PCs and mobile devices. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and secure architectures that meet business requirements. Key responsibilities include the following: Design and architect solutions for PC and mobile platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical requirements.Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into technical specifications and solution designs.Lead the development and implementation of end-to-end solutions, from concept to deployment, ensuring quality and performance standards are met.Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring best practices and coding standards are followed.Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making processes.Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in PC and mobile development.Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and user guides.Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, providing timely support and expertise to internal teams and clients.About youBachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.Proven experience as a Solution Architect, with a strong focus on PC and mobile solutions.In-depth knowledge of PC and mobile operating systems, frameworks, and development tools.Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.Experience with Networks, Cellular and Wi-FiStrong Knowledge of Windows 10, 11 and O365Knowledge of Intune Capabilities to manage devices and integration with Configuration ManagerExperience architecting and deploying solutions for PCs and Mobile devicesExperience on automation tasksExperience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.More InformationAre you the right fit for this exciting role? You want to learn more about the position and National Grid's ambitious Digital Transformation? Then let's chat!Rewarding work and a collaborative, team-oriented culture are just the beginning.  Review our digital benefit guide at ngbenefitslivebrighter.com for 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.#LI-CL1 #LI-HYBRIDSalaryDowstate NY $173,000 - $204,000 a yearMassachusetts $162,000 - $191,000 a yearUpstate NY $145,000 - $170,000 a yearSalary is commensurate with experience and locationThis 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.