Solution Architect - AMI_

Columbus

**Solution Architect -** **Advanced Meter Infrastructure** **and Grid Monitorization**

**Full Time Perm**

**Way of Work** **:** Hybrid - 2 days in location

**Salary Range:** $107,000 - $188,600

**Location:** Columbus, OH or Merrillville, IN

**Relocation assistance provided**

The Solution Architect primary responsibility and accountability is to provide architecture leadership for the current and future NiSource technology environment within a technology domain. Specifically, Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) technology for both gas and electric projects.

In this role you will work with business leaders and service providers to develop and implement enterprise architecture strategies, as well as developing methodologies and processes to ensure compliance to those strategies. The solution architect will work with Enterprise Architects to develop and maintain Technology Roadmaps aligned with approved IT Investments and approved by IT Leadership.

+ Effective Technology portfolio management processes and tools used as a key input into IT investment decisions and in developing solution alternatives to meet business needs

+ Proactive technology roadmaps and plans for future needs, based on anticipated business goals and industry direction

+ Project architecture reviews conducted in a timely manner with appropriate level of quality (Lead Architect)

+ Published up-to-date and adhered to architecture standards, frameworks, patterns and procedures

+ Reduced cost of IT via effective reuse, processes and adherence to standards

Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

+ Analyze enterprise business drivers to develop enterprise architecture strategies and plans

+ Research technology industry and market trends for a domain

+ Develop strategies and roadmaps to deliver one AMI solution for NiSource

+ Identify opportunities to invest in emerging technologies

+ Collaborate closely with peer Architects and IT staff to drive NiSource objectives

+ Develop standards and reference architectures for the domain

+ Develop, design, artifact and work closely with service providers to build, test, and deploy AMI solutions

+ Develop and maintain enterprise AMI standards

+ Identify, champion and direct technology roadmap initiatives

+ Establish best practices and standards and track adoption of standards

+ Recommend proactive courses of action to maintain cost effectiveness and competitiveness

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ Bachelor’s degree

+ 5+ years of experience in delivering utility grade solutions

+ 1+ years of experience in end-to-end AMI program implementation

+ 1+ years of experience leading development teams through the solutioning and delivery AMI technologies

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Utility industry Customer Billing System, _AMI_ , SmartGrid, Meter Device System (MDS)

+ Familiarity with the standards and best practices bodies i.e. The Open Group, OMG, UML, ITIL, CoBIT, CMMi, Six Sigma/LEAN etc.

+ Familiarity with Utility meter to cash solutions including data and analytics

**Disclaimer**

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

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**Work Authorization**

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

**Inclusion & Diversity**

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

**By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.**

**Safety Statement**

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

**Salary Range:**

$125,800.00 - $188,600.00

**Posting Start Date:**

2024-06-26

**Posting End Date (if applicable):**

2024-06-26

**Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**

At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.

We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.