New 
(Agile1) Direct Hire
 Spectraforce Technologies | |
 United States, California, Oakland | |
 Aug 29, 2026 | |
| ****STRAIGHT FTE/ Client's DIRECT HIRE****ACTUAL TITLE: Solutions Architect, ExpertREQ ID# 174131 (TO MAINTAIN CANDIDATE OWNERSHIP: PLEASE DO NOT ASK YOUR CANDIDATES TO APPLY DIRECTLY TO CLIENT'S CAREER PAGE UNTIL THEY ARE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS)Link to the External req: Solutions Architect, Expert Job Details | Pacific Gas And Electric CompanySolutions Architect, ExpertOakland, CA, US, 94612Requisition ID # 174131Job Category: Information TechnologyJob Level: Individual ContributorBusiness Unit: Technology & SecurityWork Type: HybridJob Location: OaklandDepartment OverviewInformation Systems Technology Services is a unified organization comprised of various departments which collaborate effectively in order to deliver high quality technology solutions.Position SummaryProvides the link between the Business Architecture function and Enterprise Architecture & Strategy function. Utilizes multiple Architectural Views to document the "as-is" (current) and "to-be" (future) technology needs. Ensures requirements are met in an efficient, sustainable and adaptable manner. Operates across organizational and computing areas driving efficient, standards-based architecture supporting PG&E's business goals.PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position.? The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity,?specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. ?The range to reasonably expect will be around the minimum and the midpoint?$140,000 - $189,000.? The?final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above.?This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E's discretionary incentive compensation programs.?Bay Area Min: $ 140,000Bay Area Max: $ 238,000MIDPOINT: $189,000This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and 1-2 days per week at our Oakland Headquarters based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.?Job ResponsibilitiesPartner with business, technology, and enterprise architecture stakeholders to understand current-state capabilities and define future-state solution needs across major transformational programs, notably Propel & Elevate, focusing on the following technical/functional portfolios: Engineering & Design, Integrated Planning, Grid Interconnection, Asset ManagementActs as the primary technical lead in deploying Copperleaf in support of the Integrated Planning workstream of PropelDevelop end-to-end solution architecture across applications, data, integrations, infrastructure, security, and business processesCreate and maintain architecture artifacts, including current-state and target-state views, solution diagrams, roadmaps, and decision recordsEnsure proposed solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, cybersecurity requirements, regulatory needs, and PG&E business objectivesEvaluate technology options and recommend solutions that are sustainable, adaptable, cost-effective, and operationally supportableProvide technical leadership and guidance to project teams through design, delivery, testing, implementation, and transition to operationsIdentify architecture risks, dependencies, gaps, and trade-offs, and recommend mitigation strategiesSupport governance reviews, architecture approvals, and stakeholder decision-making while staying current on emerging technologies and industry best practicesAddress complex problems that span functions and may manage projects or initiatives that are high complexity and riskIs comfortable owning the outcome and has the courage to share unpopular viewpointsQualificationsMinimum:Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field or equivalent experience7 years experience in Information Technology4 years of solution architecture and project implementation experience in the following discipline: Asset Investment Planning (Copperleaf or equivalent), ERP (SAP or equivalent), or GISDesired:Understanding of the utility industry or similarly regulated industries, including how technology supports business processes.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts, risks, and tradeoffs to technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to influence outcomes through expertise, analysis, collaboration, stakeholder partnership, customer focus, sound judgment, and a multidisciplinary approachProven ability to apply multi-disciplinary approach to develop best-of-breed portfolio solutionsExperience in one or more of the following technical/functional areas: estimating, engineering, customer billing, electric generation, utility operationExperience overseeing vendor-delivered software solutions or contractor development teamsArchitecture, security, or IT delivery certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman, DODAF, CISSP, ITIL, or similarExperience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), enterprise integration patterns, CI/CD, automated testing, infrastructure as code, observability, and production support practicesExperience using Microsoft Visio, Lucid chart or other TOGAF-based modeling toolsWorked on or deployed the following solutions: Copperleaf, SAP, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, AUD, Bentley ProjectWiseHands-on experience with AI, ML, or GenAI solution delivery, including LLM applications, RAG, agentic workflows, prompt engineering, evaluation frameworks, observability, APIs, or data pipelines Enable Skills-Based Hiring No | |