Dallas , Texas
|Hybrid
|Contract
Dallas, Texas
|Hybrid
|Contract
Join a dynamic team as a Program Architect, where you'll lead the architectural vision for a transformative ADMS program. This role is pivotal in aligning enterprise strategy with execution to deliver impactful business outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of the architecture roadmap for the ADMS program.
- Act as the primary decision-maker for architectural trade-offs and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Translate enterprise strategies into actionable program architectures and guide technology investments.
- Oversee architectural governance across vendors and system integrators to ensure sustainable solutions.
- Advise executive leadership on architectural decisions and drive clarity in complex situations.
- Design integration architectures for real-time systems supporting grid operations.
- Identify and mitigate architectural risks to ensure program stability and success.
- Ensure the architecture is ready for deployment and operational use, supporting resilience and disaster recovery.
Skills
- Extensive experience in architecture, engineering, or senior technical leadership roles within the Electrical Utility or Energy domain.
- Proven leadership in large-scale transformation programs and experience with mission-critical systems.
- Hands-on expertise with ADMS systems and a deep understanding of grid operations workflows.
- Strong skills in real-time systems architecture, event-driven designs, and high-availability systems.
- Exceptional communication skills to translate complex architectures into business outcomes.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with IT/OT convergence and cybersecurity, particularly NERC CIP awareness.
- Ability to lead without authority and influence across diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proven track record in challenging and improving vendor solutions and delivery approaches.
At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and empowered to succeed. We believe that diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to creating an environment that reflects the communities we serve.
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