Principal Solutions Architect - Enterprise Work Management Solutions

Requisition ID: 19101

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SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

- Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)

- 401(k) plan with employer matching

- Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

- Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)

- Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance

- Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)

- Short and long-term disability plans

- Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs

- 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

The Principal Solution Architect for Enterprise Work Management Solutions will lead strategic transformation and provide visionary leadership in the design, development, and implementation of enterprise asset and work management systems. This role focuses on IBM Maximo and related scheduling and operational tools, ensuring seamless integration, scalability, and alignment with enterprise-wide objectives. As a trusted advisor to solution teams and managers, the Principal Solution Architect bridges technical expertise and business priorities to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions that support critical operational functions.

What You'll Do

- Drive strategic thinking and long-term platform evolution for IBM Maximo and related applications.

- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to Solution Managers, offering insights on platform direction and proactive improvements.

- Collaborate with other Solution Architects to ensure alignment across enterprise systems and initiatives.

- Operate independently, identifying strategic opportunities and driving initiatives with minimal oversight.

- Lead critical projects such as system upgrades, cloud migrations, and integrations with scheduling and operational tools.

- Provide architectural oversight and coordination across cross-functional teams.

- Mentor junior team members, supporting their technical and professional development within the work management domain.

- Foster strong IT-business relationships, aligning technical solutions with operational and business goals.

- Participate in architecture review boards and governance forums as needed.

- Perform other duties and lead projects as assigned.

What It Takes To Succeed

- Strong technical design and solution architecture skills.

- Deep understanding of enterprise asset management (EAM) and work management best practices, especially within IBM Maximo.

- Ability to distill complex concepts into actionable technical plans and requirements.

- Proven ability to influence decision-making across multidisciplinary teams.

- Experience with system architecture methodologies, scalability, and integration processes.

- Demonstrated success in designing and optimizing Maximo-based solutions aligned with enterprise strategies.

- Experience developing and executing roadmaps for cloud migrations and modernizing legacy systems.

- Familiarity with AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in the context of enterprise operations.

- Strong understanding of data flows and integrations across Maximo modules and other enterprise systems.

- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Experience managing and delivering large-scale projects aligned with business and technical strategies.

- General understanding of cloud architecture frameworks (e.g., Microsoft Azure Well-Architected Framework).

- Familiarity with industry architecture frameworks such as TOGAF.

- Proficient in enterprise systems project management methodologies.

Experience

A minimum of 10 years of related experience is required (if no degree, 14 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling 14 years).

- Certifications in ITIL, Microsoft Azure, and Cloud Technologies are preferred.

- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate is preferred.

Education

A bachelor’s degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.