American Electric Power

Enterprise Architect - Enterprise Technology & Standards

American Electric Power • $116K — $151K *
Columbus, OH 43230In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems
  • 10+ years in software engineering or architecture
  • Deep knowledge of microservices, APIs, and cloud-native architecture patterns
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Demonstrated experience building and governing an enterprise portfolio across various system types
  • Track record of introducing new technology into an enterprise, including AI/GenAI architecture
  • Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior leadership

Responsibilities

  • Define and maintain enterprise architecture strategy and standards
  • Evaluate and select technologies and frameworks
  • Establish and evolve technology standards and guidelines
  • Govern application architecture standards for major initiatives
  • Identify and mitigate architectural risk and technical debt
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design reviews
  • Document architectural roadmaps and stay current on technology trends

Benefits

  • Cross-functional collaboration opportunities
  • Mentorship and leadership development
  • Access to training on emerging technologies
  • Flexible work environment
  • Support for professional certifications and education
Full Job Description
Job Posting End Date
08-17-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The Enterprise Architect designs, governs, and evolves the organization's technology landscape, ensuring enterprise platforms and applications align with business strategy, scalability needs, and long-term technology direction. This role sets and maintains software technology standards, guides platform and application architecture decisions, and partners across engineering, security, and business teams to ensure solutions are consistent, interoperable, and future-ready.

Job Description

What you'll do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

Enterprise Architecture Strategy & Standards
  • Define and maintain the enterprise architecture strategy and standards across back office, front office, and the IT and application landscape, ensuring alignment across business units and engineering teams.
  • Evaluate and select technologies, frameworks and tools.
  • Establish and continuously evolve enterprise technology standards - reference architectures, design patterns, API standards, and technology-selection guidelines.
  • Own the enterprise application portfolio map and architecture repository: system relationships, integration dependencies, and lifecycle status across all major platforms.


Application & IT Architecture
  • Govern application architecture standards - microservices, event-driven architecture, domain-driven design, API-first development, service decomposition, and monolith modernization.
  • Provide architectural oversight and guidance for major platform and application initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, security requirements and scalability goals.
  • Define IT architecture standards for identity and access management, endpoint management, network segmentation, and enterprise tooling governance.


Governance & Risk
  • Identify and mitigate architectural risk, technical debt, and integration gaps.
  • Ensure designs meet security, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive adoption of standards through audits and technical reviews.


Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with engineering, product, security, and infrastructure teams on design reviews.
  • Collaborate with domain architects and solution teams to ensure consistent application of architectural standards.
  • Resolve technical trade-offs between competing priorities and teams.
  • Mentor engineers and architects on standards and best practices.


Strategy Alignment & Thought Leadership
  • Document and socialize architectural roadmaps, target states, and transition strategies.
  • Stay current on emerging technology trends and share insights to continuously evolve AEP's technology capabilities.


Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
  • 10+ years in software engineering or architecture, including enterprise-scale system design
  • Deep knowledge of microservices, APIs, cloud-native, and event-driven architecture patterns
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern DevOps practices
  • Demonstrated experience building and governing an enterprise portfolio across SaaS, custom, and legacy systems, and driving rationalization at scale.
  • Track record of introducing new or emerging technology into an enterprise - not only rationalizing what exists - including exposure to AI/GenAI architecture.
  • Vendor technical leadership: review delivered work, spot risks early, and drive quality outcomes.
  • Proven ability to influence and drive alignment without direct authority, balancing standards with delivery realities.
  • Proven ability to communicate architectural vision and recommendations to senior leadership.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a technical or analytical discipline.
  • Familiarity with regulated or mission-critical environments such as utilities, energy, finance, or infrastructure


What We're Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.


Work Experience requirement listed below:
  • 8 years of relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.


Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-009

Compensation Range:

$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

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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About American Electric Power

American Electric Power generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers nationwide. AEP serves millions of customers across 11 states. It operates in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, providing power to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. AEP generates electricity using diverse sources, including coal, natural gas, nuclear, and renewable energy like wind and solar. The company maintains a vast transmission network that delivers electricity from power plants to local distribution systems, ensuring a stable and reliable power supply. AEP is actively involved in renewable energy initiatives, investing in wind farms and solar facilities to diversify its energy portfolio and reduce its environmental impact. Additionally, the company engages in community outreach, supporting education, environmental conservation, and various social initiatives.

American Electric Power Careers

Join the dynamic team at American Electric Power (AEP), one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, and ignite your career with a company known for its commitment to innovation and leadership in the energy sector.

Opportunities Await

At AEP, we offer a multitude of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Whether you're seeking an entry-level position or a more senior role, our diverse range of employment options ensures that there's a place for every ambitious individual in our team.

Grow and Innovate

Embark on a journey of growth and professional development with AEP. Our company is at the forefront of the energy industry’s transformation, integrating sustainable and innovative practices that not only lead the market but also contribute to a greener planet. Engage in work that challenges the status quo, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the energy sector.

Culture and Benefits

AEP is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, where every team member’s contribution is valued. We offer competitive benefits that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From comprehensive health benefits to professional development programs and diversity training, AEP ensures that our team is equipped for both personal and professional success.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with an AEP internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry experience and networking opportunities that pave the way for future employment. Interns at AEP work on real projects, learn from seasoned professionals, and gain the hands-on experience necessary to succeed in the fast-paced world of energy.

Leadership and Development

Leadership at AEP means more than guiding teams – it involves inspiring change and driving innovation. With leadership development programs, employees are prepared to take on challenging roles that shape the future of the company and the industry. Our focus on leadership and continuous improvement creates an environment where ambitious professionals can thrive.

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Learn more about American Electric Power
Size
16,688 employees
Market Cap
$48.8 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$2.2 billion
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+0.5%
Revenue
$14.9 billion
NASDAQ
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