Senior Solution Architect Renewables

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Texas, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Information Technology (IT)

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

December 17, 2021

Business unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Where you fit in

The world needs to produce more energy with fewer emissions if global society is to meet its development and environmental goals. Achieving these goals will require significant shifts in the way the world produces and uses energy over the course of this century. Shell’s long term success relies on our ability to provide much needed energy and related products in a way that is commercially competitive as well as socially and environmentally responsible.

Renewables and Energy Solutions strategic goal is to build value chains in power to provide Shell with portfolio resilience through the energy transition. We are working to understand these shifting landscapes, to seize the right business opportunities and lay foundations for new energy models which meet changing customer needs. We are keen to play our part in the transition towards a low carbon future. Any route we pursue must make commercial sense.

What is the role?

Solution Architect is responsible for delivering solution designs to projects. These solutions need to be fit for purpose within the portfolio, have technical integrity, the right TCO (total cost of ownership) through its life cycle and a good fit with the IT technology direction of Shell. The resultant High Level Design have a measurable impact on the effectiveness and profitability of Shell.

Responsibilities include:

Provide solution architecture development, consultancy and assurance to projects, making sure applications are well designed and conform to Shell standards and reference/segment architectures. The Solution Architect is accountable to the Project Manager for the architecture of a solution being developed and implemented until the successful deployment of the solution. This includes:

Being the point of call for all architecture aspects of an IT Project.

Being able to address and integrate the: Business Process, Data, Application, Technical and Information Security aspects of an IT Solution.

Ensure projects solution architecture is documented using the relevant templates, tooling and conforms to standards.

Coach detailed designers and business analysts in projects during their design work.

Reviewing and accepting the detailed design of an IT solution.

Support Segment Architects and reviews through the Architecture Review Board as required.

Take an active role in documenting, improving & maintaining the Reference Models in Systems Architect/BizzDesign/Sparx EA. Lifting project deliverables to the Conceptual and Logical levels. Follow IT Technology developments in the market and leverage this knowledge in architecting solutions in Shell. Ensure solutions are ‘future-proof’ Stay in touch with development of standards and standard services in IT at Shell. To ensure the latest service developments are taken into account. Pro-actively contribute to the development of the Architecture community and be an ambassador for Architecture. Interact with stakeholders on architecture issues and strategic improvements where such expertise is required. Maintain knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements, including data privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR), and ensure that those are included in architecture design decisions. Responsible for championing and embedding Security by Design and Privacy by Design in projects, and to ensure that the appropriate design decisions are made, documented and implemented. Work with Information Risk Management in case of unclarity around Legal and Regulatory requirement

What we need from you

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or any related degree is required.

Minimum 7 years in IT with some IT leadership experience is a must.

ability to establish the linkage between business value and technical architecture.

Experience in working with B2B solutions in USA for Energy

Experience with US energy supply (retail), both gas and power

Experience with energy demand forecast and pricing systems

Experience with transaction administration and billing/settlement for energy supplier

Experience of working with integrating systems controlling DERMS and multi-product offerings

Preference for working with Energy trading solutions in US markets

Capability to define the end to end architecture and work closely with the development team for helping implement the architecture vision

Knowledge in implementing cloud (AWS/Azure) based solutions for Energy B2B space

Experience with vendor selection and past experience of working for energy retailer, ideally cross US

Strong stakeholder management skills; the role requires pro-active communication and an ability to work closely with other members in project teams and other disciplines in architecture in particular.

Strong communication skills; the role requires effective written and verbal communications. Including the ability to communicate architectural viewpoints and decisions using content appropriate for the audience.

Business skills; the role requires the ability to acquire and apply industry sector knowledge. Including the

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.

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