Principal Solutions Architect

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

The Principal Solution Architect will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing comprehensive technology solutions that align with our business strategies, objectives, and IT roadmap. This role requires a deep understanding of business processes, enterprise systems, and the ability to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving business transformation through innovative technology solutions.

Location: Hybrid, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of end-to-end solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to understand business needs and translating them into detailed technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, roadmaps, and comprehensive as-is and to-be process documentation, including business architecture models and technical documentation.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with business goals and deliver measurable value, leveraging best practices in architecture and design.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance business capabilities, focusing on scalability, performance, and security.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams on business requirements, solution design, and implementation strategies.
• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure timely delivery of projects and programs, playing a critical role in large-scale ERP implementations, modernization of legacy business systems, integration of key business systems. These may include developing cloud migration strategies, building robust API ecosystems to connect disparate business applications, or designing enterprise data warehouses for actionable insights.
• Key member leading cross-functional collaboration, detailed architecture planning, and the adoption of leading-edge technologies to drive organizational transformation and operational excellence.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into understandable terms.
• Monitor and assess the impact of implemented solutions on business performance, ensuring continuous improvement and optimization.

education/experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in business and solution architecture, business analysis, or a related role.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., Oracle, Azure, etc) and other relevant technologies.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., Oracle Fusion, Azure) and other relevant technologies.
• Extensive experience with microservices architecture, APIs, and integration patterns, including RESTful services and event-driven architectures.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Inventory Management, Analytics, and other business applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and design scalable, high-performance solutions.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies for project delivery, including experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead workshops, training sessions, and change management activities.
• Proven ability to drive business transformation through technology, with a deep understanding of business processes and their relationship to enterprise systems.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, TOGAF, Azure, Oracle) are a plus.

Skills/Abilities Utilized in this Role Include

• Strong systems thinking with the ability to connect business processes to technology solutions.
• Ability to lead complex solution design initiatives and facilitate cross-functional alignment.
• High-level proficiency in developing architectural diagrams, data flows, and integration models.
• Skilled in balancing innovation with pragmatism-bringing forward new ideas while staying aligned to business priorities and budget.
• Effective at translating abstract business needs into actionable technical roadmaps.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate architectural vision to diverse audiences.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.
• Proactive in identifying technology gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Capable of mentoring other architects and technical leads, promoting best practices in solution design and implementation.
• Resilient under pressure with a commitment to quality, performance, and delivery.

Must possess a positive attitude and strong values that fit with DLC’s core values:

• Energized to shape the future;
• Bold in thinking and exploration of new possibilities;
• Collaborative in approaching all challenges;
• Responsible in commitment to safety, management of assets and finances and interaction with others;
• Selfless in serving the community, both on the job and through volunteerism.

Storm Roles

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position, as duties can vary

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings’ commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at HR@duqlight.com and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.