IT Solution Architect - SAP (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy; Westwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Solution Architect to design comprehensive technical solutions that align with business goals. You will bridge stakeholders and development teams, defining system structures and selecting technologies to ensure security, scalability, and adherence to budgets.

Requirements include 5+ years in IT architecture, SAP knowledge, and strong communication skills. This hybrid role supports Massachusetts operations with travel between MA/CT/NH as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in IT management or IT solutions architecture.
• Minimum of 1 year in SAP architecture (S4 or SAP RISE preferred).
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical topics to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review business context and define vision and requirements for the solution.
• Coordinate with architects and engineers to formalize IT standards.
• Develop a roadmap for the selected solution and potential options.
• Ensure solutions meet security, scalability, and budget goals.
• Provide guidance to development teams and support project staffing.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Enterprise integration

API architecture

Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)

Leadership and collaboration

Comfortable with ambiguity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent

Tools

Azure

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Business Suite

LeanIX

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to workat least three days in the office, includingTuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to workup to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Role and Scope of Position

A Solution Architect designs comprehensive technical solutions to meet business goals, acting as the bridge between stakeholders and development teams. They analyze requirements, define system structures, select technologies, and oversee implementation to ensure security, scalability, and adherence to budget and strategic goals.

Essential Functions

• Reviews business context for solutions to company challenges as well as defining the vision and requirements for the solution, recommending potential options, (which may include RFPs or prototype development), selecting the most optimal option, and the development of a roadmap for the selected solution.
• Communicates the architecture to the stakeholders and collaborates and coordinates with other architects and engineers in the formalization and adoption of IT standards and procedures.
• Champions a structured approach to business application solutions from a selection, implementation and development perspective
• Assures solutions not only are a fit for the specific purpose but also closely align with the standards guidelines of technology solutions.
• Influences changes to standards when necessary. (Works with Enterprise Architecture team developing Standards)
• Directs the identification and recommendation of appropriate solutions, upgrades, replacements, or decommissioning options incorporating business and technology productivity, usability, and total cost of ownership.
• Design and support solutions which further reduce the percentage of time spent on reactive work.
• Assesses the systems architecture currently in place and working with technical staff to recommend solutions to improve it.
• Provides guidance to development teams. (Works with PMO to create project Teams)
• Continually researches current and emerging technologies and proposes changes where needed.
• Informs various stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented.
• Assesses the business impact that certain technical choices have in the overall landscape at Eversource
• Provides updates to stakeholders on product development processes, costs, and budgets.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill

• Strong oral and written communication, including speaking to Business and IT Leadership, translating technical details to non-technical audience.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal skills and collaborative management style to include teamwork and team building ability
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work under indirect supervision
• Broad understanding of information technology topics
• Comfortable with ambiguity and time spent outside of comfort zone acquiring new skills
• Flexible in a fast-paced dynamic environment with shifting roles and responsibilities
• Technically creative and open-minded
• Strong knowledge of enterprise integration, API architecture, and cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
• .LeanIX a plus

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education and work experience

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience related to IT Management or other information technology solutions architecture role
• Minimum of 1 year of experience related to SAP architecture (S4 or SAP RISE preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate the complexities of technical programs

Licenses & Certifications

• AZ-900 preferred
• Technology Fundamentals for SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Suite preferred
• SAP Certified Application Associate - Solution Architect for CX preferred

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Competencies

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:
$133,450.00-$148,280.00

Worker Type

Regular

Number of Openings

1

Emergency Response

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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