Solutions Architect, Expert
Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company · Oakland, CA
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We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Job SummaryInformation Systems Technology Services is a unified organization comprised of various departments which collaborate effectively in order to deliver high quality technology solutions. This role provides the link between the Business Architecture function and Enterprise Architecture & Strategy function. It utilizes multiple Architectural Views to document the as-is (current) and to-be (future) technology needs, ensures requirements are met in an efficient, sustainable and adaptable manner, and operates across organizational and computing areas driving efficient, standards-based architecture supporting the client's business goals. This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and 1-2 days per week at the Oakland Headquarters based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the client's Service Territory.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with business, technology, and enterprise architecture stakeholders to understand current-state capabilities and define future-state solution needs across major transformational programs, notably Propel & Elevate, focusing on the following technical/functional portfolios: Engineering & Design, Integrated Planning, Grid Interconnection, Asset ManagementAct as the primary technical lead in deploying Copperleaf in support of the Integrated Planning workstream of PropelDevelop end-to-end solution architecture across applications, data, integrations, infrastructure, security, and business processesCreate and maintain architecture artifacts, including current-state and target-state views, solution diagrams, roadmaps, and decision recordsEnsure proposed solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, cybersecurity requirements, regulatory needs, and client business objectivesEvaluate technology options and recommend solutions that are sustainable, adaptable, cost-effective, and operationally supportableProvide technical leadership and guidance to project teams through design, delivery, testing, implementation, and transition to operationsIdentify architecture risks, dependencies, gaps, and trade-offs, and recommend mitigation strategiesSupport governance reviews, architecture approvals, and stakeholder decision-making while staying current on emerging technologies and industry best practicesAddress complex problems that span functions and may manage projects or initiatives that are high complexity and riskIs comfortable owning the outcome and has the courage to share unpopular viewpointsRequired Skills7 years of experience in Information Technology4 years of solution architecture and project implementation experience in one of the following disciplines: Asset Investment Planning (Copperleaf or equivalent), ERP (SAP or equivalent), or GISPreferred SkillsUnderstanding of the utility industry or similarly regulated industries, including how technology supports business processesStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts, risks, and tradeoffs to technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to influence outcomes through expertise, analysis, collaboration, stakeholder partnership, customer focus, sound judgment, and a multidisciplinary approachProven ability to apply a multi-disciplinary approach to develop best-of-breed portfolio solutionsExperience in one or more of the following technical/functional areas: estimating, engineering, customer billing, electric generation, utility operationExperience overseeing vendor-delivered software solutions or contractor development teamsArchitecture, security, or IT delivery certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman, DODAF, CISSP, ITIL, or similarExperience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), enterprise integration patterns, CI/CD, automated testing, infrastructure as code, observability, and production support practicesExperience using Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, or other TOGAF-based modeling toolsWorked on or deployed the following solutions: Copperleaf, SAP, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, AUD, Bentley ProjectWiseHands-on experience with AI, ML, or GenAI solution delivery, including LLM applications, RAG, agentic workflows, prompt engineering, evaluation frameworks, observability, APIs, or data pipelinesEducation RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field — or equivalent experienceRequired Experience7 years of experience in Information Technology4 years of solution architecture and project implementation experience in the following discipline: Asset Investment Planning (Copperleaf or equivalent), ERP (SAP or equivalent), or GISBenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout the ClientThis California-based energy utility is one of the largest combined natural gas and electric utilities in the United States, delivering energy to approximately 16 million people across a 70,000-square-mile service area spanning northern and central California. With roughly 25,000 employees, the organization operates some of the most complex energy infrastructure in the country — transmission lines, pipelines, substations, and generation facilities — and employs engineers, technologists, tradespeople, IT professionals, and business analysts who collaborate to keep homes, businesses, and communities powered every day. As the energy sector undergoes rapid transformation, this organization stands at the intersection of traditional infrastructure and emerging clean energy solutions, offering stability, scale, and meaningful career growth for those who want to contribute to California's energy future.About GTTGTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.Job Number: 26-12640