10753 IT Solution Architect Principal I

PSEG.com; The Ironbound (NJ); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PSEG Services Corp. is seeking a Solution Architect to design network solutions, evaluate user needs, goals, and budgets, and improve processes through automation. Reporting to the Network Architecture IT Manager, the role emphasizes alignment with IT strategies and enterprise standards.

The candidate will lead automation initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure new solutions integrate with existing systems while maintaining security and reliability across core business functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and 5+ years networking experience, or 9+ years without a degree.
• Proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting tools for automation.
• Demonstrated leadership in projects and Network enhancements.
• Ability to identify needed features, improvements, and architectural alignment with IT strategies.
• Experience coaching architects and other network team members and supporting complex projects.
• Strong communication skills across various teams, vendors, leadership, and customers.
• Ability to clearly explain technical concepts and work effectively with external groups.
• Must meet and maintain nuclear requirements for Unescorted Site Access.
• Strong leadership and problem solving skills
• Teamwork, facilitation, negotiation, and relationship building abilities
• Knowledge of monitoring tools (SolarWinds, ServiceNow, FMC, etc.)
• Strong analytical, multitasking, and communication skills
• Ability to build business cases and engage stakeholders
• Exposure to cybersecurity practices

Responsibilities

• Align with IT and OT strategy, contributing to roadmaps and identifying Network technologies that simplify operations.
• Develop and maintain network architecture frameworks that support core business needs and enterprise standards.
• Document processes, resolve issues, and recommend enhancements to improve system reliability.
• Communicate customer business needs to product teams and strengthen vendor relationships through agreements and SLAs.
• Architect secure network designs, expand automation capabilities, mentor team members, and ensure new solutions integrate properly.

Skills

Python

Ansible

Networking

Leadership

Communication

Automation

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

SolarWinds

ServiceNow

FMC

Job description

Requisition: 84099
PSEG Company: PSEG Services Corp.
Salary Range: $ 107,600 - $ 170,300
Work Location Category: Hybrid

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:

• Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered. Reporting to the Network Architecture IT Manager, the Solution Architect designs network solutions that support business functions by evaluating user needs, goals, budgets, and existing systems. The role focuses on improving processes through automation and innovative strategies.

Job Responsibilities

• Align with IT and OT strategy, contributing to roadmaps and identifying Network technologies that simplify operations.
• Develop and maintain network architecture frameworks that support core business needs and enterprise standards.
• Document processes, resolve issues, and recommend enhancements to improve system reliability.
• Communicate customer business needs to product teams and strengthen vendor relationships through agreements and SLAs.
• Architect secure network designs, expand automation capabilities, mentor team members, and ensure new solutions integrate properly.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and 5+ years networking experience, or 9+ years without a degree.
• Proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting tools for automation.
• Demonstrated leadership in projects and Network enhancements.
• Ability to identify needed features, improvements, and architectural alignment with IT strategies.
• Experience coaching architects and other network team members and supporting complex projects.
• Strong communication skills across various teams, vendors, leadership, and customers.
• Ability to clearly explain technical concepts and work effectively with external groups.
• Must meet and maintain nuclear requirements for Unescorted Site Access.
• Strong leadership and problem solving skills
• Teamwork, facilitation, negotiation, and relationship building abilities
• Knowledge of monitoring tools (SolarWinds, ServiceNow, FMC, etc.)
• Strong analytical, multitasking, and communication skills
• Ability to build business cases and engage stakeholders
• Experience defining metrics for solution success
• Exposure to cybersecurity practices

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on theattached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
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