Solutions Integrations Architect

Job Description

The Solutions Integration Architect oversees the architecture, design, and testing of the integrations & interoperability of software programs, vendor applications, and third-party solutions; these duties would include data integration and workflow design of integration solutions in consultation with analysts, designers, and system owners of vendor application systems. As the subject matter expert, the solutions integration architect must understand client requirements and how Landis+Gyr solutions fit into these requirements. The ideal candidate will be business-focused, possess strong technical aptitude and excellent client-facing communication skills, and understand electric utility power system operations and related IT applications. Successful candidates will be able to bridge the gap between business and technology, manage client resources, drive technical solutions to timely completion, and identify, analyze, and extract key data from heterogeneous systems. This role works closely with a wide variety of customers from senior project managers to developers, business units within L+G and the customer's team to generate solutions and helps the utility customer understand the solution and its impact on utility operations.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Consult with customers to scope, design, document, implement and deliver system integration solutions to accomplish their business goals.
• Architect new solutions and deliver new services, which meet the needs of the customer.
• Work directly with customers to create data mappings involved in architecting the integration solution.
• Actively participate in the evolution of integration best practices, tools and processes within Landis+Gyr.
• Collaborate with analysts, designers, and system owners in the testing of newly-integrated software programs and applications.
• May install and configure software at customer's site and perform user acceptance testing and mentoring of customer staff while onsite.
• Understand data quality and how data quality can impact the final integrated solution.
• Support integration testing phase of software and applications under development in order to identify and remedy potential problem areas.
• Plan for, test and troubleshoot integration interfaces.
• Ensure that integration projects meet business requirements and goals, fulfill end-user requirements, and identify and resolve systems issues.
• Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.
• Provides integration interface enhancement ideas to Product Management to drive future improvements around ease of integration and service delivery.
• Develop standards, best practices, patterns, and processes to support and facilitate integration projects.

Company Values

• Supports and adheres to Company's core values.
• Supports and adheres to Company's Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.
• Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.

Education and Experience

• B.S. in Computer Science or Engineering (Power Systems Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferred)
• 10+ years integration experience with 5 years focus on integration architecture.
• Highly fluent in multiple Web Service standards and technologies including: WCF, XML, SOAP, WSDL, XSD, REST, XSLT (7 years minimum)
• Experience working in the electric utility industry with knowledge of utility distribution IT systems such as GIS, AMI, OMS, and MDMS

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of electric utility operations.
• Expertise in how utilities operate, various back-end IT systems (MDM, AMI, OMS, GIS, DMS, SCADA, CIS, DRMS) that they use, information stored in these systems, their functionality and operation. Power system analysis experience.
• Expertise in electric system asset modeling, mathematical algorithms and methodologies used in all the above systems. This also including combining/layering information from the above systems to extract significantly more value than those systems alone.
• Experience with analytics preferred.
• The ideal candidate should have experience in data modeling using relational databases. This including storing and managing large amount of data.
• Experience and knowledge of security standards.
• Knowledge in NoSQL databases (used for real-time data analytics), Java and C/C++ programming language, JMS message bus, Javascript and Web 2.0 based technologies.
• Strong understanding of multiple data formats and protocols, including CIM based formats and protocols (IEC 61970/61968, IEC 61850, AMI/MDM related protocols, etc.), MultiSpeak based set of data formats and protocols, CYMDIST, Shapefiles, DNP3, XML based protocols, Webservices (SOAP, Google Data APIs, etc.)
• Experience with Active Directory, authentication, virtualization, firewalls, etc.
• Experience with configuration management (configuring integration adapters and configuring software settings for customer use
• Experience providing extensive consulting services to utilities including gathering customer requirements. Excellent communication, written and organizational skills. Ability to consult with the customer on business processes and recommend Landis+Gyr's solutions.
• Ability to evaluate complex Data Bus Architectures and evaluate feasibility of L+G's standard proposed solutions
• Demonstrated ability to provide support for customer's technical teams to develop their AMI business integration rules and process flows.
• Exceptional customer engagement skills with the ability to follow up on requested features and requirements which results in overall scope of expectation and meet the customer's satisfaction expectations.
• Ability to travel as needed (up to 50%)

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Working Conditions: Typical indoor office environment with the majority of time spent sitting and working on a computer using keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Occasional use of other devices such as: phone, copier/printer/fax, etc.
• Physical Requirements: Typical office setting. Required to stand; walk; crouch; or handle objects. Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Ability to sit and view computer screen for long periods of time. The ability to see, hear, & speak in English. Reasonable accommodation is provided for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Personal Protection Equipment/Other OHSAS-18001 Safety Requirements: Ensure the continued efforts and assist in achieving annual goals of health, safety, and environmental policies. Must be current with available OSHA/Safety Training provided by the Company. If required, must be able to work while wearing safety equipment such as hard hats, work boats, gloves, hearing protection, and others.

Landis+Gyr is a global leader in energy management solutions, operating in over 30 countries and headquartered in Switzerland. We are thrilled that you've considered Landis+Gyr to be a part of your professional journey. As a part of the L+G family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive. Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members.

Pay is in the range of $98,122 - $142,088 per year. The position is eligible for a 401(k) match and consideration for an annual bonus. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value and encourage diversity in our team. This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone. #EnergizeYourCareer and join us on our journey towards a greener tomorrow.