**Job Posting End Date** 09-30-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
**Job Summary** Part of a larger team delivering technology solutions to address business problems and opportunities.
Focus on translating specific business requirements into technical solution architectures including application architecture, integration architecture, data architecture, and non-functional requirements around supportability, resiliency, security, etc.
Translate general business requirements and business trends in architecture patterns and technology ecosystems including data center architecture, application architecture patterns, integration architecture patterns, technology standards, non-functional technical requirements, and computing paradigms.
**Job Description** **What you will do:** + **Web-Based Platform Management** : Actively manages and updates public-facing websites and internal intranet systems to enhance user engagement and functionality.
+ **Customer Communication Tools Utilization** : Implements and optimizes portals, messaging platforms, and digital engagement solutions to facilitate effective customer interactions.
+ **Industry Expertise** : Navigates regulatory environments and compliance standards to address industry-specific challenges in the electric utility sector.
+ **AWS Deployment and Security** : Engages with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to oversee clou'ky7d architecture, deployment, and the implementation of security best practices.
+ **Enterprise Architecture Implementation** : Leverages knowledge of enterprise architecture domains, including application, integration, data, and infrastructure, to support organizational goals and improve operational efficiency.
**What we are looking for:** **Architect (SG7):** **Education:** Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.
**Experience:** 3 years of relevant work experience is required.
An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
**Architect Senior (SG8):** **Education:** Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.
**Experience:** 6 years of relevant work experience is required.
An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
**Nice-to-have:** **Experience/Skills:** + **Experience with Web-Based Platforms** : Proficient in working with public-facing websites and internal intranet systems.
+ **Familiarity with Customer Communication Tools** : Knowledgeable about portals, messaging platforms, and digital engagement solutions.
+ **Understanding of the Electric Utility Industry** : Experienced in regulatory environments, compliance standards, and industry-specific challenges.
+ **Hands-On Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)** : Familiar with cloud architecture, deployment, and security best practices.
+ **Strong Understanding of Enterprise Architecture Domains** : Well-versed in application, integration, data, and infrastructure domains.
**Compensation:** **Architect (SG7):** $85,081.00-106,352.50 **Architect Senior(SG8):** $96,110.00-124,940.00 In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.
Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
\#AEPCareers \#LI-ONSITE **Compensation Data** **Compensation Grade:** SP20-007 **Compensation Range:** $85,081.00-106,352.50 USD The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently.
(Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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