IT Manager, Architecture

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.  Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.  This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Role and Scope of Position:
Responsible for leading the overall information technology architecture planning; including infrastructure strategy, architectural direction, technology standards and guidelines to achieve the business outcomes desired as part of that vision. This position will also work with the broader IT organization and business units, including the CIO and business leaders, to determine ways that Eversource can leverage technology to enhance business objectives and improve the customer experience.

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change,  based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Essential Functions: 

• Provides leadership on both strategic and tactical issues so that economies of scale, shared thought processes, architectural approach and intellectual capital are focused on across the organization
• Works with key technology and business leaders to establish and ensure consistent, disciplined use of technologies, including goals, principles, policies, standards and priorities across the organization.
• Builds and drives the development of the architecture function that supports the strategic direction of the business and ensures alignment and compliance across all technology areas
• Builds and grows talent in the enterprise architecture discipline, in addition to leading highly technical teams that are capable of achieving desired business outcomes
• Develops technology strategies and architectures in order to achieve Eversource’s vision of digitizing all business capabilities across the enterprise
• Champions the value of enterprise architecture and communicate its value across the organization and foster better linkage between application development and the infrastructure organization.
• Improves total cost of ownership via the implementation of an improved architecture strategy that enables identification of issues very early in the development process. Works closely with the business and IT units to develop plans for the rationalization of systems to reduce cost and improve effectiveness
• Ensures communication of architecture issues, training, events, standards, policies and overall architecture strategy.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Requires in depth knowledge of infrastructure, applications, data and technology disciplines
• Requires proven experience in the development of large-scale systems that support mission-critical IT environments
• Demonstrated ability to build and deliver technology strategy and solutions across multiple functions in a complex environment

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, engineering, elated degree or equivalent experience
• M.B.A. is preferred                  

Experience:        

• Minimum of ten (10) years of IT and Enterprise Architecture experience. 
• Proven experience in building, mentoring and leading high-performing teams. 
• Experience in working in an information-rich, utility or business services company is strongly preferred.           

Licenses & Certifications:  

• None

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$169,740.00-$188,600.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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