System Architect

UDC is seeking a full-time System Architect

to serve as an enterprise technology professional for the Enterprise Architecture Practice Area, providing technical direction and problem-solving expertise for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects.

What you will do

Serves as an enterprise technology professional for the Enterprise Architecture Practice Area, providing technical direction and problem-solving expertise for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects. Develops internal and external documentation for strategic planning, return on investment, cost comparison, pro and con analysis, design specification, and other purposes as needed.

Performs configurations, installations, upgrades, testing, tuning, support, and other implementation-related tasks. Supports business development efforts by designing solutions, creating statement of work content, estimating levels of effort, and generating project schedules for general proposals as well as Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information (RFI), and Request for Qualifications (RFQ) responses. Provides sales support via customer visits and thought leadership blogs, conference presentations, and other high-visibility activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties and responsibilities may also be assigned):

What we look for from you

In-depth understanding of the concepts, tools, and best practices pertaining to technologies and solutions that involve the following types of resources for private cloud, on-premise, and hybrid environments:

Education

Certifications

Active and maintained associate-level technology certification from at least one major vendor or relevant industry organization such as TOGAF, Microsoft, VMware, Citrix, IBM, Oracle, or Esri, or the ability to become certified within 12 months of employment and continuously renew before expiration.

Frameworks

Location

We anticipate business travel could be up to 50% at times, however the amount may vary depending on client and project requirements.

Compensation Range

$115,000-$125,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Why you should bring your career to UDC

UDC is a recognized leader in geospatial, asset management, and operational technologies for the gas and electric utility industries. We are expanding our service offerings internationally and targeting additional commodities (i.e., water and fiber). We have several offices in the US and India, and we are looking to grow the number of our employees both domestically and internationally. These expansions provide outstanding growth opportunities to our employees. Our cultural emphasis on teamwork promotes a safe environment for the development of our employees. This will enable you to learn by example and provide opportunities that can take you to the next level. We are dedicated to investing in you and your success and encourage a healthy work/life balance. UDC takes pride in offering a high-quality benefits package to all our employees.

Our Benefits (for full-time employees)

We invite all candidates to apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.