Senior Solution Architect

UK Power Networks; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy sector company based in Ipswich is seeking a professional to oversee the evaluation and enhancement of their Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS). This role involves leading architectural innovations and championing AI-driven solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in operational technology and ADMS, with a proven track record in complex IT transformations. A competitive salary of up to £85,000 is offered, along with a 7.5% bonus and various employee benefits including 25 annual leave days.

Benefits

Competitive salary

7.5% bonus

25 days of annual leave

Generous pension contributions

Tax-efficient benefits

Blended working arrangement

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
• Deep expertise in operational technology.
• Proficiency in Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS).
• Knowledge of system integration and cyber-security.
• Familiarity with API protocols.
• Proven track record in large-scale transformation projects in complex IT environments.
• Experience in the utilities or electricity distribution sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the evaluation and enhancement of our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS).
• Lead architectural innovation and champion AI-enabled dispatch and fault prediction.
• Shape platform lifecycle management and set technical standards.
• Ensure best practices are embedded across the organization.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of architects, developers, and business leaders.
• Influence £20M in solutions and projects.

Skills

Operational technology expertise

Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS)

API protocols

Cyber-security knowledge

Large-scale transformation project experience

Utilities or electricity distribution experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AI

API

Embedded systems

Security technologies

Job description

Overview

Oversee the evaluation and enhancement of our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS). Lead architectural innovation and champion AI-enabled dispatch and fault prediction. Shape platform lifecycle management and set technical standards. Ensure best practices are embedded across the organization. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of architects, developers, and business leaders. Influence £20M in solutions and projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the evaluation and enhancement of our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS)
• Lead architectural innovation and champion AI-enabled dispatch and fault prediction
• Shape platform lifecycle management and set technical standards
• Ensure best practices are embedded across the organization
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of architects, developers, and business leaders
• Influence £20M in solutions and projects

Technologies

• AI
• API
• Embedded
• Security
• Architect
• Support
• Network

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
• Deep expertise in operational technology
• Proficiency in Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS)
• Knowledge of system integration and cyber-security
• Familiarity with API protocols
• Proven track record in large-scale transformation projects in complex IT environments
• Experience in the utilities or electricity distribution sector is advantageous

Company and Benefits

At UK Power Networks, we are at the forefront of Operational Technology transformation in the Energy Sector. Based in Ipswich, we offer a competitive salary of up to £85,000, along with a 7.5% bonus and a blended working arrangement after probation. Our commitment to employees includes 25 days of annual leave, generous pension contributions, and various tax-efficient benefits. We encourage collaboration and innovation, playing a key role in delivering secure, sustainable electricity in a low-carbon future.