Solution Engineer Principal

American Electric Power Co.; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. is seeking a Solutions Engineer to lead a team of developers across full-stack technologies (React.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL). The role covers architecture, cloud deployment on AWS, enterprise integration, and CI/CD governance.

The candidate should have 7+ years of software development, 2+ in leadership, and strong Agile/DevOps experience, with preferred AI tool exposure and familiarity with Maximo ERP. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Seven+ years of software development, with at least 2 in a technical leadership role.
• Familiar with Agile/Scrum methodologies and AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Participate in analysis sessions and support business analysts to document application requirements.
• Architect and guide AI solutions to support the portfolio.
• Architect and develop responsive front-end applications using React.js.
• Build and maintain robust back-end services and APIs using Node.js.
• Design and manage data models and integrations with Postgres database.
• Coordinate with cloud infrastructure to deploy scalable, secure applications on AWS.
• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines for smooth deployments.
• Collaborate with enterprise integration teams for secure, stable communications.
• Provide production support including root-cause analysis, incident and change management.
• Collaborate with IT security to implement IAM controls.
• Ensure adherence to business continuity and disaster recovery standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

React.js

Node.js

PostgreSQL

AWS cloud

CI/CD

IAM configurations

Agile/Scrum

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

React.js

Node.js

PostgreSQL

AWS

GitHub

CI/CD

Maximo

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented Solutions Engineer to join our Supply Chain and Procurement Technology portfolio team. This is a hands-on leadership role for guiding a team of developers across full stack technologies, React.js, Node.js, Postgress database. This candidate will oversee end-to-end development, coordinate with business partners, EAM platform (Maximo), Cloud infrastructure, enterprise integration, CI/CD teams to deliver and maintain a high-quality product. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in modern web applications, Dev-Ops practices.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks:

• Participate in analysis sessions and support business analysts to document application requirements.

• Architect and guide the team on AI solutions to support the portfolio

• Architect and develop responsive front-end applications using React.js.

• Build and maintain robust back-end services and APIs using Node.js.

• Design and manage data models and integrations with Postgress database.

• Coordinate with cloud infrastructure team to deploy scalable, secure applications using AWS services.

• Configure and maintain the CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth deployments.

• Collaborate with enterprise integration teams to ensure secure and stable communication between systems.

• Provide support for production environments, including root cause analysis, incident management and change management procedures.

• Collaborate with IT security teams to implement IAM and access controls.

• Ensure adherence to business continuity and disaster recovery standards and planning.

Additional Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 7+ years of software development experience with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role.

• Familiarity and experience with Agile/Scrum framework.

• Hands on experience with AI tools

• Proficient in React.js, Node.js and Postgress SQL.

• Hands‑on experience with AWS Cloud architecture and services.

• Strong experience with CI/CD (GitHub), enterprise integration toolsets, and IAM configurations.

• Understanding of business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Requirements:

• AWS certification (Solutions Architect).

• Experience with containerization and orchestration concepts.

• Utility industry experience preferred.

• Understanding of ERP systems (Maximo, PeopleSoft, Oracle) and related databases.

What We’re Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• 7 years’ relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation

$98,993.00 - $128,688.00

Physical Demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

“AEP offers an outstanding group of people to be a part of. The AEP culture values your integrity and awards your hard work.”

This role is responsible for shaping how Technology plans, evaluates, and measures investments and outcomes. This position is responsible for defining and scaling best practices for business planning, investment governance, and value realization across the Technology portfolio.A key focus of this role is building and maintaining forward-looking business and investment plans, ensuring alignment between strategy, funding, delivery, and measurable outcomes. You will enable a more disciplined, transparent, and performance-driven portfolio through strong analytical frameworks, standardized processes, and actionable insights.

Part of a larger team delivering high quality Computer, Network, Storage and End-User Infrastructure technology solutions, on-going support to the business. Independently completes and leads the largest and most complex infrastructure project assignments. Plan, research, evaluate, design, and engineer the enterprise’s technology infrastructure. Provide technical support and troubleshooting, cost estimates, justifications, and recommendations. Produces technical documentation, support and configuration. Helps manage, plan, and maintain technical platforms including upgrading systems. Monitor system performance, and install and configure hardware. Responsible for collaborating with other Job Families such as Project Managers, Architects, Solution Engineers, Technicians, Business Analysts to deliver consistent, reliable technology solutions that leverage AEP’s technology standards, architectures and best practices.

Part of a larger team delivering high quality Computer, Network, Storage and End-User Infrastructure technology solutions, on-going support to the business. Independently completes and leads the largest and most complex infrastructure project assignments. Plan, research, evaluate, design, and engineer the enterprise’s technology infrastructure. Provide technical support and troubleshooting, cost estimates, justifications, and recommendations. Produces technical documentation, support and configuration. Helps manage, plan, and maintain technical platforms including upgrading systems. Monitor system performance, and install and configure hardware. Responsible for collaborating with other Job Families such as Project Managers, Architects, Solution Engineers, Technicians, Business Analysts to deliver consistent, reliable technology solutions that leverage AEP’s technology standards, architectures and best practices.

AEP offers generous time off, competitive pay, and educational opportunities to help employees advance their careers.

Our culture is purpose-driven and team-oriented: we combine innovation with a customer-first focus to deliver reliable energy and brighter futures.