Principal Solutions Architect
Ppl Corporation
Designs and leads end-to-end enterprise cloud and integration solutions.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Providence, RI
Hybrid
Company Size
9,657 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Design
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Electric Distribution
Electric Transmission
Gas Distribution
Gas Transmission
Regulated Generation
Power Generation
Wholesale Energy Sales
Retail Energy Supply
Role
What you would be doing
solution design
architecture leadership
pattern adoption
reference architecture
technology evaluation
stakeholder collaboration
- Participate in planning, definition, and high-level design of the solution and exploration of solution alternatives.
- Provide architectural leadership and expertise in the creation of end-to-end technical solutions across the enterprise
- Work with one or more System Architects to champion the adoption of patterns, platforms, and tools to support the usage and conformity of solution architecture.
- Define subsystems and their interfaces, allocate responsibilities to subsystems, understand solution deployment, and communicate requirements for interactions with solution context.
- Develop and maintain architectural assets including reference architectures, models, blueprints, roadmaps, frameworks, patterns and services.
- Assess wider industry technology trends and best practices to identify best-in-class Technology and architecture directions and play an active role in identifying new technologies for improving systems.
- Complies with all policies and standards
- Contribute towards the improvement of the Architecture process and adhere to Architectural technology standards.
- Plan and develop the Architectural Runway in support of new business Features and Capabilities.
- Work with portfolio stakeholders, notably the Chief Architect, to develop, analyze, split, and realize the implementation of solutions.
- Ensure that emergent design choices are made with an understanding of the overall solution and minimize technology complexity and avoid unnecessary duplication of capabilities.
What you bring
microservices
containers
jenkins
kafka
azure
bachelor’s
- Significant expertise in architecting technical solutions that include Microservices, event-driven systems, container management (AKS, GKE, ECS, OpenShift, Rancher, etc.), messaging systems (RabbitMQ, MQ, Kafka, etc.), data management, continuous integration / continuous deployment (Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform etc.), API Management (Apigee, Kong etc.), Legacy Modernization, Application Rationalization, management of technical debt.
- A creative and analytical problem solver focused on translating complex business problems into architecturally sound technical solutions.
- Strong knowledge of advanced technology architecture and emerging trends.
- Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years work related experience or Master's degree and 5+ years work related experience.
- 5+ years experience architecting solutions that include automation, mobile, data management, integration technologies and deployment on cloud infrastructures, preferably for large enterprises.
- Excellent interpersonal relations skills
- Experience with Agile methodologies and fast-paced environment
- Demonstrates a craving for continuous improvement, through understanding of new technology innovation and its application.
- Hands-on technologist, who has grown through the development ranks and has pivoted to Solution Architecture.
- Strong hands-on development experience, ability to roll up sleeves and code as needed.
- Hands-on experience producing detailed technical diagrams and authoring technical documentation with demonstrated experience in architecting cloud native solutions with platforms such as Azure, AWS, GCP, etc.
- Ability to effectively adapt to rapid technological and business change while maintaining enthusiasm and displaying sound judgment.
- Familiar with the latest technologies, trends, standards, products, and applicability.
- Driven, self-motivated, able to work under pressure using sound judgment & professionalism.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1920
Year of Incorporation
The company was established in 1920 as Pennsylvania Power & Light, marking the beginning of its journey in the energy sector.
$14 billion invested
Infrastructure Investment
Over recent years, the company has invested over $14 billion to modernize its grid and strengthen infrastructure.
$7–8 billion annual revenue
Financial Performance
The company generates approximately $7–8 billion in annual revenue, reflecting its position as a large-cap utility provider.
50 J.D. Power awards
Customer Satisfaction Recognition
Its grid modernization efforts have earned national recognition, including over 50 J.D. Power awards for customer satisfaction.
- Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, it operates across Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Virginia, and Rhode Island.
- Structured into three regulated segments—Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island—it delivers both electricity and natural gas.
- Over recent years, it has invested more than $14 billion (up to $20 billion by 2028) to modernize its grid and strengthen infrastructure.
- Typical projects include transmission upgrades, smart-grid technology deployment, and large-scale infrastructure resilience enhancements.
- Its grid modernization efforts have earned national recognition, including over 50 J.D. Power awards for customer satisfaction.
- Notably, after spinning off non-regulated generation in 2015 and selling UK operations in 2021, it refocused on U.S. utilities and acquired Rhode Island Energy in 2022.
- Safety and Health: We do not compromise on safety and health.
- Customer Focus: We deliver customer service that is second to none.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We value each other and appreciate our differences.
- Performance Excellence and Innovation: We get the job done right, and we are always improving.
- Integrity and Openness: We do the right thing.
- Corporate Citizenship: We are environmentally conscious and invested in the communities we serve.
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 through comprehensive sustainability strategies.
70% and 80% Reduction
CO2 and GHG Emissions Targets
Reduction targets for CO2 and other greenhouse gases, with 70% by 2035 and 80% by 2040 from 2010 levels.
$20B Investment
Infrastructure Modernization
Invested $20 billion over the last decade to modernize transmission and distribution infrastructure in Pennsylvania and Kentucky.
$2.4B Improvements
Infrastructure Completed 2023
Completed $2.4 billion in infrastructure improvements in 2023, on time and within budget.
- Engaged in over 150 active R&D projects.
- Generated $75 million in O&M savings in 2023 through technology and transformation initiatives.
- Expanded use of smart grids, automation, data analytics, and AI.
- Donated over $13.6 million to community improvement initiatives in 2023.
- Achieved top-quartile reliability across utilities and best-in-nation generation reliability in Kentucky.
- Discloses via CDP, EEI‑AGA and aligns with GRI, SASB and TCFD frameworks.
Top 1 utility
ESG & workforce diversity ranking
Recognized as the top utility company by DiversityInc for its commitment to ESG and workforce diversity.
100% DEI score
Disability Equality Index
Received a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index (DEI) in 2019 and annually since 2018, earning recognition as a Best Place to Work for disability inclusion.
100+ students supported
Day-in-the-Life program
Hosts an annual program providing real-world work experience for college students on the autism spectrum and other disabilities.
Annual conference held
Diverse business partnerships
Organizes an annual supplier diversity conference focused on expanding opportunities for diverse business partnerships.
- Company-wide DEI strategy focused on workforce development, inclusive culture, community support, customer engagement, and diverse supplier partnerships.
- 16 employee-led resource groups fostering professional development and cultural awareness.
- Active REACH employee resource group addressing the needs and well-being of employees with disabilities.
- Mentorship opportunities through Disability:IN’s NexGen Leaders program.
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