Sr. Solution Architect - Utilities

Esri; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

Esri is seeking a Sr. Solution Architect to partner with utility customers, design ArcGIS enterprise solutions, and lead Professional Services engagements.

You will work hands-on with Esri customers and partners to meet complex business and technical needs while evangelizing GIS deployment and architecture. Responsibilities include defining architectures for on‑premises and cloud deployments, translating requirements into software designs, mentoring staff, and guiding multi‑year IT/GIS

Qualifications

• 12+ years in GIS platform architecture and solution design.
• 5+ years in GIS for electric and gas utilities sector.
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise (desktop/server/online), Oracle/SQL, Windows/Linux, Python/JS/HTML5.
• Ability to lead teams, manage budgets and communicate technical concepts.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, GIS, Math or related STEM.
• Experience integrating GIS with ERP/EAM/CRM/SCM systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement ArcGIS platform-based strategies for Professional Services customers.
• Define business continuity for on-premises and cloud deployments.
• Translate customer requirements into software architecture and design specs.
• Advise customers on innovative Esri solutions and architectures.
• Lead and mentor team through implementation lifecycle.
• Plan ArcGIS deployment automation with customer DevSecOps teams.

Skills

GIS architecture

Solution design

Team leadership

Budget management

Cloud/hybrid

Stakeholder comms

Education

Bachelor's in CS or GIS

Master's in CS or GIS

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

Oracle

SQL

Windows

Linux

Python

JavaScript

HTML5

Terraform

PowerShell

Chef

Job description

Overview

As a Sr. Solution Architect, you will partner directly with utility customers to engage, create, and design proven and advanced ArcGIS enterprise system solutions through complex and diverse Professional Services engagement activities. You will be working closely with Esri customers and partners in a hands-on capacity to design solutions that meet specific business and technical needs and make utility customers successful while evangelizing the utilization of GIS. In addition, you will participate in and be a leader within the Esri community in terms of project approach and ArcGIS architecture-related topics.

ArcGIS provides contextual tools for mapping and spatial reasoning so users can explore data and share location-based insights. ArcGIS creates deeper understanding, allowing users to quickly see where things are happening and how information is connected.

The Professional Services division is Esri’s consulting and implementation arm. We break ground in new markets, push the technology envelope and ultimately deliver transformational solutions to high-profile clients worldwide. The Professional Services organization is comprised of nearly 1,000 talented business and technical professionals who strive every day to help our users succeed.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative and impactful ArcGIS platform-based strategies and solutions to meet unique and complex Professional Services customer requirements
• Define business continuity for both on-premises and cloud deployments, following industry standards for security, governance, publication strategy, and custom application architecture
• Translate customer system requirements into software architecture and design specifications
• Exercising excellent judgement, advise customers on innovative, effective, and creative solutions using Esri technology and content to help them make better decisions
• Recommend relevant strategies, architectures, and solutions and work with customers to prepare Esri software implementation and migration strategies
• Work closely and actively with Professional Services customers and partners to identify, design, and certify key GIS workflows for the ArcGIS enterprise platform and non-Esri platforms
• Develop organizational-level multi-year IT/GIS strategies to assist with technology change and budgetary planning
• Act as a mentor and guide colleagues with less experience and other technical staff
• Act as a leader and empower the team by strategically leading all stages of the implementation process through mentoring, active coaching, budget and portfolio review and alignment, risk management, and personnel management efforts
• Plan and script ArcGIS platform deployment automation and work closely with customer DevSecOps teams

Requirements

• 12+ years in GIS platform architecture and solution design
• 5+ years of significant, proven experience applying GIS technology within the electric and gas utilities sector
• Proven experience with ArcGIS Enterprise (desktop, server, online), RDBMS (Oracle, SQL), server environments (Windows, Linux), and programming/scripting (Python, JavaScript, HTML5, Terraform, Powershell, Chef)
• Knowledge of integrating GIS with ERP, EAM, CRM, SCM systems; experience with service-oriented architectures and cloud hybrid configurations
• Strong ability to lead teams, manage budgets and risks, and communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, GIS, Mathematics, or a related STEM field

Recommended Qualifications

• Certification for AWS Certified Solution Architect or MCSE Cloud Platform and Infrastructure of equivalent
• Experience in the integration of ArcGIS with standard utility enterprise systems, such as asset management, work management, network analysis, Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), Outage Management Systems (OMS), customer information, and document management systems
• Knowledgeable of utility workflows and how they are applied through GIS, such as facility management (AM/FM), right-of-way corridor planning, engineering, design, construction, inspection, network analysis, integration with other systems, and market analysis
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related STEM field

Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is: $156,000 USD - $239,200 USD

The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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