Smart Technology Senior Officer

National Grid Corporation; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid Corporation seeks an experienced technical governance leader to oversee interoperability, standards, and policy engagement for smart grid initiatives. The role drives governance frameworks, lifecycle oversight, and strategic technology alignment with NGCP’s CTO roadmap.

The position requires a strong background in system architecture, data analytics, and experience dealing with regulators. Leadership and integrity are essential in guiding cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in IT/CS/Data Science or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of professional experience in the electricity industry in the Philippines.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with smart grid technologies, data analytics, and OT/IT convergence.
• Knowledge of technology roadmaps, system architecture, and engineering standards.
• Experience engaging with policymakers and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Provide governance and interoperability oversight for smart technology initiatives.
• Define standards, integration principles, and validation requirements for data tools.
• Review and advise on strategy, architecture, and technology governance aligned with the CTO roadmap.
• Oversee asset lifecycle, quality, and compliance controls across lifecycle stages.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality standards compliance across projects.
• Lead capability development and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy/regulatory knowledge

Education

BSCS

BSIT

BSIS

BSDS

Tools

Analytics tools

System integration

Job description

Department: Technical Management & Technology Center (TMTC)

Region: Head Office

Number of vacancies: 1

Key Responsibilities:

Recommends, implements, and provides overall support for SSTD's core functions and objectives.

Recommends the establishment and enforcement of interoperability standards for tools and data across technical groups within the smart technology ecosystem. Reviews integration processes and ensures traceability by defining protocols for shared repositories, naming conventions, and version control, enabling consistent coordination among design, QA, audit and operations teams.

Provides governance and interoperability oversight for smart technology initiatives. The position defines standards, integration principles, and validation requirements and does not undertake system build, deployment, administration, or operational control, which are retained by responsible line units.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• TEGIC DIRECTION AND TECHNICAL GOVERNANCE-Reviews SSTD’s strategic direction aligned with the CTO’s roadmap and NGCP’s corporate goals.
• OVERSIGHT OF ASSET LIFECYCLE, QUALITY, AND COMPLIANCE-Recommends SSTD oversight controls across all asset lifecycle stages—from planning to procurement—ensuring standards compliance and technical consistency
• STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT-Recommends providing technical leadership in the continuous improvement and institutionalization of NGCP’s technology to ensure consistency and reliability.
• GRID RESILIENCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT-Recommends the resilience roadmap for smart platforms, including the integration of existing technical group platforms.
• SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE OVERSIGHT-Reviews smart technologies and automation systems to ensure integration of safety-by-design principles and compliance with environmental standards
• DATA INTEGRATION, ANALYTICS, AND TECHNICAL ADVISORY-Recommends the integration of data systems and analytics tools to enhance technical visibility, governance, and decision-making across NGCP’s operations.
• POLICY AND REGULATORY ENGAGEMENT-Reviews all SSTD technologies and initiatives to ensure compliance with mandated regulations, codes, and national policy frameworks.
• ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT-Recommends initiatives to build technical capabilities and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement aligned with NGCP’s strategic goals
• SAFETY AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT-Complies with NGCP safety and quality standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS)/ Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT)/Bachelor of Science in Information Science (BSIS)/Bachelor of Science in Data Science (BSDS)
• At least six (6) years of satisfactory professional experience in the electricity industry in the Philippines, particularly in transmission business operations, including roles in system operations, project management, technology architecture, system integration, and standards governance, engineering or related areas
• At least two (2) years of satisfactory supervisory experience in related field.
• Familiarity with smart grid technologies, power system automation, and data analytics. Experience in system integration, interoperability, and legacy-to-digital migration. Experience in OT/IT convergence, data platforms, analytics, and decision-support systems. Experience in dealing with policy makers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Knowledgeable of technology roadmaps, system architecture, system integration, and engineering standards.
• Knowledgeable in power system theories and applications, transmission facilities, and national and international standards in the field of engineering.
• Strong leadership traits and management skills
• Honesty and integrity
• Has undergone relevant training in Quality, Safety and Environmental Standards