Architecture Specialist

☞ Capital Power

전망: 159

갱신일: 12-06-2024

위치: Edmonton Alberta

범주: 건축 / 인테리어 디자인 IT-하드웨어 / 네트워킹 IT-소프트웨어 정보 기술

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Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to delivering Responsible Energy for Tomorrow. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, we’re a growth-oriented North American power producer that creates dependable, cost-effective and innovative electricity solutions to power a sustainable future.

As a group of experts and innovators in our field, we’re taking a leadership role in developing renewables, improving thermal generation efficiency and supporting the development of carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) solutions to support a low-carbon energy system.

Join us in powering a clean energy future!



Brief Description


One Permanent, Full-Time Position.
Capital Power Corporation is currently seeking an innovative and results-oriented individual to join our IS Infrastructure and Architecture team.
Reporting to the Director, Infrastructure & Architecture , the Architecture Specialist is responsible for providing input into Capital Power’s Information Services architecture and assisting in the development of the long-term strategy in alignment with the organization’s goals. This position plans for future systems growth and identifies areas for improvement.
Key accountabilities include:


Detailed Description


· Provide highly responsive and customer-focused architecture support for all other areas of Information Services.
· Take a leadership role and manage Information Services Architecture initiatives, proof of concepts, product review and selection.
· Create and develop Information Services architecture standards and policies and ensure those standards and architectures are appropriately followed across Information Services.
· Active involvement in the creation and maintenance of the long-term Information Services Strategy in alignment with corporate business objectives.
· Plan Information Services project scope and design for annual project cycle.
· Maintain and enhance the Hybrid Cloud strategy focusing on multi-cloud initiatives that support or business needs.
· Analyze IaaS, PaaS and SaaS offerings to ensure the best fit for Capital Power infrastructure going forward.
· Responsible for hardware, infrastructure software procurement and contract negotiations to ensure best terms for the company.
· Take a leadership role in managing Information Services architecture projects and initiatives.
· Provide expert technical advice to stakeholders, senior manager and peers in support of business and strategic goals relevant to the duties of the position.
· Close alignment with our business is critical to the success of this role.
· Provide input into people decisions for contractor assistance with the Architecture team.
· Assess solutions and architecture (technical and process) based on the financial impact to Capital Power and recommend cost effective solutions that meet business needs.
· Negotiate and execute hardware, software and service contracts to ensure the most cost effective and best fit solution for Capital Power.
· Provide proactive leadership with a focus on finding opportunities and making recommendations to enhance the value of Information Services solutions, that aligns with the Information Services Strategy.
· Responsible for the execution of the Information Services Strategic plan.
· Serve as an internal technical expert on Capital Power’s architecture.
· With the highly diverse set of technologies at Capital Power, provide an overarching solution instead of problem resolution, focusing on the whole picture and the long-term requirements.
· Ensure solutions and decisions are made taking a minimum 3-5-year outlook.
· Provide larger Information Services systems solutions that cross multiple areas.
· Review, evaluate and recommend new solutions and technologies to determine best fit and business case to meet Capital Power’s needs.
· Act as a role model in demonstrating Health, Safety & Environment orientation in the team; adhere to the procedures/rules and standards.
· Ensure correct execution of business procedures are executed with minimal checks and balance.
· Ensure all procurement and contracts adhere to corporate policy.
· Collaborate with other people leaders within Information Services or business groups to increase collaboration and enhance the offering provided by the Architecture team.
· Provide proven relationship management, influencing, and negotiation skills both internally to Capital Power and with external counterparties.
· Provide strong team development, group problem-solving, and group conflict management skills.
· Create a culture of innovation and execution.
· Show excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Demonstrates strong leadership and facilitation skills in advising and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
· Collaborate with external contacts: industry peers to gain an understanding of industry standards and best practices across all areas of Information Services Architecture.
· Collaborate and build relationships with external vendors to convey Capital Power’s requirements across various infrastructure requirements.

· Act as a key contact for core infrastructure vendors – both regional and North American contacts.



Job Requirements


Education:
· University degree and relevant experience or a Computer/Network Systems Technology diploma and related experience.
Experience:
· 10+ years of experience in Information Technology.
· 5+ years’ experience with developing, managing and maintaining enterprise level Information Services architectures and strategies.
· 10+ years’ experience in operational roles in Information Technology prior to moving into Architecture roles.
· 5+ years’ experience leading teams, project initiatives, and strategic implementations across all levels of Information Systems.
· Minimum of 3 years in a solution architecture role using service and hosting solutions such as private/public cloud IaaS, PaaS and SaaS platforms.
Technical Skills:
· Functional and technical knowledge of networking, security, database, storage, server and application areas of Information Technology.
· Ability to provide knowledge and leadership across various Information Technology subject matter areas.
· Proven ability to define complex problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and prepare appropriate reports.
· Understanding of Information Technology governance and contract/license management.
· Experience with multi-cloud vendors and familiar with their offerings and how they apply to hybrid-cloud options.
· Solid understanding of Cloud options and how they interact with on-prem solutions (ex: ADFS, o365 offerings, etc.) .
· Strong skills in designing detailed system architecture design and ability to explain complex technical issues.
· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with other teams to ensure buy-in for new architectures and ability to assist through operations.


Additional Details


Capital Power employees are eligible for a $1,000 Referral Reward for this position!

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
We’re committed to providing a meaningful work experience that challenges you to be your best at every stage of your career with us. You will be empowered to take on opportunities you never thought you would. We offer a highly flexible benefits and wellness program, comprehensive onboarding and training, and various development opportunities to support your success and personal growth.
We’re passionate about our employees and proud to foster a culture that values diversity; realizing an inclusive and diverse team is paramount to help grow our company and power the future. We’re proud to foster an environment where employees go home safe every day feeling physically, emotionally and financially supported.
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