Programmer Analyst, Principal at Pacific Gas And Electric Company in Oakland, California, United States | USD136,000-232,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

gis operations

arcgis management

application development

technical strategy

vendor management

team leadership

The role designs, develops, modifies, configures, debugs, and evaluates application programs for functional business areas, analyzing existing applications and formulating logic for new systems, including logical database design, coding, and testing. It works closely with business analysts and architects to anticipate and meet current and future business needs, and prepares system and development documentation for approval.

Act as a thought‑leader shaping the strategic vision for the geospatial domain and identifying development problems and desired outcomes.
Lead complex transformational platform operations, coordinating multiple functions and assessing stakeholder impact.
Oversee the full lifecycle and data integrity of GIS technology (e.g., ArcGIS), ensuring alignment with business goals, security, and user needs.
Influence senior leadership and drive long‑term technical direction initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and evaluate the GIS operations team, set priorities, manage performance, and ensure high availability of enterprise GIS systems.
Select, negotiate, and manage consultants and software/service vendors.
Analyze business processes to identify opportunities for GIS solutions.
Stay current on emerging GIS technologies and best practices, fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
Mentor less experienced analysts and lead major operational initiatives.
Set technical and process direction for multi‑functional application development, creating policies and standards.
Evaluate new and emerging technologies, standards, and roadmaps; may establish industry standards and serve as a key technical resource.

Requirements

bachelor's

python

leadership

aws

arcgis

itsm

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 10+ years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, JavaScript, and PL/SQL.
Leadership experience managing development teams.
Preferred: Master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
5+ years in an application support operations lead role.
5+ years experience with ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Enterprise products.
Experience with ESRI Utility Network data model.
Expertise in AWS cloud technologies.
Experience with scaled agile methodologies and DevSecOps standards.
Familiarity with ITSM processes including Incident, Problem, Change, Configuration, and Asset Management.

Benefits

PG&E provides a Bay Area salary range of $136,000 to $232,000, with the actual salary based on factors such as skills, experience, and market value. The position is hybrid, working from a remote office at the Oakland Headquarters as business needs require, within the PG&E Service Territory.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1905

Year Founded

The company was established in 1905, marking its long-standing presence in the energy sector.

16M

People Served

The company provides energy services to over 16 million individuals across Northern and Central California.

Focus on delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and natural gas to a diverse customer base.
Operations span from energy generation, transmission, and distribution to customer service and renewable energy solutions.
Heavily involved in the development of green energy sources, including solar and wind power.
Maintains a key role in maintaining the region’s energy grid and supporting sustainable growth.
Pioneered energy efficiency programs to help reduce consumption and minimize costs for customers.
Recognized for innovation in grid modernization and integration of clean energy into California’s power mix.
Faced challenges, including natural disasters like wildfires, which have shaped its operations and future strategies.
Remains a cornerstone of California's energy sector, continuously working to improve and modernize the grid.

Culture + Values

Safety is prioritized above all.
Accountability is expected of everyone.
Integrity, transparency, and humility guide actions.
Customer service is a primary focus.
Change, innovation, and continuous improvement are embraced.
Diversity and inclusion are valued.
Communication involves speaking up, listening, and following through.
Success is achieved through collaboration and partnership.
Teamwork and unity are emphasized.

Environment + Sustainability

100% GHG-Free

Electricity Supply

Delivering entirely greenhouse gas-free electricity in 2023.

3M EVs

Electric Vehicle Fueling

Aim to fuel 3 million electric vehicles annually by 2030.

58M CO2

CO2 Reduction Target

Expected reduction in CO2 emissions from electric vehicle use by 2030.

2,100 MW

Battery Storage

Total battery storage deployed as of April 2024.

Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Aiming for a 70% renewable energy power mix by 2030.
Planning to blend 15% renewable natural gas in pipelines by 2030.
Targeting 48 million metric tons of lifecycle emissions reductions via efficiency and electrification by 2030.
Committed to becoming climate-positive by 2050.

Inclusion & Diversity

18-year streak

Corporate Equality Index

Consistently achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 18 consecutive years.

Nine-year 100%

Disability Equality Index

Maintained a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index for nine consecutive years.

26% women

Workforce composition

Approximately 26% of the workforce are women among ~28,000 employees.

50% minorities

Diverse workforce

Over half of the workforce identifies as a minority.

Middle management: 34% women; senior management: 42% women; executive officers: 50% women.
Employee resource groups: 11 groups supporting diverse communities including Women, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabilities.
Annual DEI awards and partnerships with Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Out & Equal.

Articles

PG&E Careers

PG&E Sustainability

PG&E Newsroom

PG&E Community Programs

Role

Description

gis operations

arcgis management

application development

technical strategy

vendor management

team leadership

Act as a thought‑leader shaping the strategic vision for the geospatial domain and identifying development problems and desired outcomes.
Lead complex transformational platform operations, coordinating multiple functions and assessing stakeholder impact.
Oversee the full lifecycle and data integrity of GIS technology (e.g., ArcGIS), ensuring alignment with business goals, security, and user needs.
Influence senior leadership and drive long‑term technical direction initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and evaluate the GIS operations team, set priorities, manage performance, and ensure high availability of enterprise GIS systems.
Select, negotiate, and manage consultants and software/service vendors.
Analyze business processes to identify opportunities for GIS solutions.
Stay current on emerging GIS technologies and best practices, fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
Mentor less experienced analysts and lead major operational initiatives.
Set technical and process direction for multi‑functional application development, creating policies and standards.
Evaluate new and emerging technologies, standards, and roadmaps; may establish industry standards and serve as a key technical resource.

Requirements

bachelor's

python

leadership

aws

arcgis

itsm

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 10+ years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, JavaScript, and PL/SQL.
Leadership experience managing development teams.
Preferred: Master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
5+ years in an application support operations lead role.
5+ years experience with ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Enterprise products.
Experience with ESRI Utility Network data model.
Expertise in AWS cloud technologies.
Experience with scaled agile methodologies and DevSecOps standards.
Familiarity with ITSM processes including Incident, Problem, Change, Configuration, and Asset Management.

Benefits

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1905

Year Founded

The company was established in 1905, marking its long-standing presence in the energy sector.

16M

People Served

The company provides energy services to over 16 million individuals across Northern and Central California.

Focus on delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and natural gas to a diverse customer base.
Operations span from energy generation, transmission, and distribution to customer service and renewable energy solutions.
Heavily involved in the development of green energy sources, including solar and wind power.
Maintains a key role in maintaining the region’s energy grid and supporting sustainable growth.
Pioneered energy efficiency programs to help reduce consumption and minimize costs for customers.
Recognized for innovation in grid modernization and integration of clean energy into California’s power mix.
Faced challenges, including natural disasters like wildfires, which have shaped its operations and future strategies.
Remains a cornerstone of California's energy sector, continuously working to improve and modernize the grid.

Culture + Values

Safety is prioritized above all.
Accountability is expected of everyone.
Integrity, transparency, and humility guide actions.
Customer service is a primary focus.
Change, innovation, and continuous improvement are embraced.
Diversity and inclusion are valued.
Communication involves speaking up, listening, and following through.
Success is achieved through collaboration and partnership.
Teamwork and unity are emphasized.

Environment + Sustainability

100% GHG-Free

Electricity Supply

Delivering entirely greenhouse gas-free electricity in 2023.

3M EVs

Electric Vehicle Fueling

Aim to fuel 3 million electric vehicles annually by 2030.

58M CO2

CO2 Reduction Target

Expected reduction in CO2 emissions from electric vehicle use by 2030.

2,100 MW

Battery Storage

Total battery storage deployed as of April 2024.

Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Aiming for a 70% renewable energy power mix by 2030.
Planning to blend 15% renewable natural gas in pipelines by 2030.
Targeting 48 million metric tons of lifecycle emissions reductions via efficiency and electrification by 2030.
Committed to becoming climate-positive by 2050.

Inclusion & Diversity

18-year streak

Corporate Equality Index

Consistently achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 18 consecutive years.

Nine-year 100%

Disability Equality Index

Maintained a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index for nine consecutive years.

26% women

Workforce composition

Approximately 26% of the workforce are women among ~28,000 employees.

50% minorities

Diverse workforce

Over half of the workforce identifies as a minority.

Middle management: 34% women; senior management: 42% women; executive officers: 50% women.
Employee resource groups: 11 groups supporting diverse communities including Women, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabilities.
Annual DEI awards and partnerships with Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Out & Equal.

Articles

PG&E Careers

PG&E Sustainability

PG&E Newsroom

PG&E Community Programs