Solutions Architect- Applications

Description

• Responsible in commitment to safety, management of assets and finances and interaction with others;
• Monitor and assess the impact of implemented solutions on business performance, ensuring continuous improvement and optimization.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with business goals and deliver measurable value, leveraging best practices in architecture and design.
• Lead the design and architecture of end-to-end solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to understand business needs and translating them into detailed technical specifications.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance business capabilities, focusing on scalability, performance, and security.
• Key member leading cross-functional collaboration, detailed architecture planning, and the adoption of leading-edge technologies to drive organizational transformation and operational excellence.
• Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, roadmaps, and comprehensive as-is and to-be process documentation, including business architecture models and technical documentation.
• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure timely delivery of projects and programs, playing a critical role in large-scale ERP implementations, modernization of legacy business systems, integration of key business systems. These may include developing cloud migration strategies, building robust API ecosystems to connect disparate business applications, or designing enterprise data warehouses for actionable insights.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into understandable terms.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams on business requirements, solution design, and implementation strategies.

Requirements

The Principal Solution Architect will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing comprehensive technology solutions that align with our business strategies, objectives, and IT roadmap. This role requires a deep understanding of business processes, enterprise systems, and the ability to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving business transformation through innovative technology solutions.

• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies for project delivery, including experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proactive in identifying technology gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead workshops, training sessions, and change management activities.
• Bold in thinking and exploration of new possibilities;
• Effective at translating abstract business needs into actionable technical roadmaps.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., Oracle Fusion, Azure) and other relevant technologies.
• High-level proficiency in developing architectural diagrams, data flows, and integration models.
• Ability to lead complex solution design initiatives and facilitate cross-functional alignment.
• 12+ years of experience in business and solution architecture, business analysis, or a related role.
• Proven ability to drive business transformation through technology, with a deep understanding of business processes and their relationship to enterprise systems.
• Strong systems thinking with the ability to connect business processes to technology solutions.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate architectural vision to diverse audiences.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., Oracle, Azure, etc) and other relevant technologies.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Inventory Management, Analytics, and other business applications.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Extensive experience with microservices architecture, APIs, and integration patterns, including RESTful services and event-driven architectures.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, TOGAF, Azure, Oracle) are a plus.
• Capable of mentoring other architects and technical leads, promoting best practices in solution design and implementation.
• Skilled in balancing innovation with pragmatism—bringing forward new ideas while staying aligned to business priorities and budget.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and design scalable, high-performance solutions.

Benefits

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

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