IT Solution Lead — Hybrid, Enterprise Systems & Strategy

Xcel Energy; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Pension

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy, a Fortune 500 energy provider, is seeking a Solution Lead to steer end-to-end IT solutions across enterprise platforms. The role emphasizes collaboration with business partners, delivering value while ensuring security, governance, and operational stability.

The position supports a hybrid work model with onsite days and requires strong stakeholder engagement, architectural awareness, and experience with software lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with SDLC, Agile and Waterfall delivery practices.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into IT solutions.
• Proven track record in enterprise solution delivery.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to understand business needs and plan investments.
• Lead end-to-end solution delivery and ensure great user experience.
• Ensure stable operation and alignment with security and governance.
• Provide guidance on enterprise applications and digital capabilities.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for licensing and renewals.

Skills

Relationship Management

Solution Delivery

Operations Management

Subject Matter Expertise

Software Management

Communication Skills

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SDLC

Agile

Waterfall

Job description

Xcel Energy, a Fortune 500 energy provider, is seeking a Solution Lead to steer end-to-end IT solutions across enterprise platforms. The role emphasizes collaboration with business partners, delivering value while ensuring security, governance, and operational stability.

The position supports a hybrid work model with onsite days and requires strong stakeholder engagement, architectural awareness, and experience with software lifecycle management.