Senior Principal GIS Solutions Architect – Utilities & Enterprise Systems

Location: New York

Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Principal GIS Solutions Architect to lead large-scale GIS modernization, transformation, and integration initiatives across electric, gas, and steam utility operations. This role requires a visionary architect with deep technical mastery of ArcGIS Enterprise, the ArcFM Solution Suite, DXI, and enterprise integration patterns who can align complex geospatial ecosystems with executive business objectives. The ideal candidate blends strategic leadership with hands-on architectural expertise and excels at guiding enterprise utilities through modernization of mission-critical IT/OT geospatial systems.

Key Responsibilities Enterprise GIS Strategy & Architecture Define and lead enterprise-wide GIS architecture strategy across multi-commodity utilities (Electric, Gas, Steam). Architect, modernize, and optimize large-scale GIS environments, including:

ArcGIS Enterprise (Pro, Server, Portal, SDE Geodatabases) ArcFM Solution Suite (Desktop, Designer, Mobile, Web, Responder/OMS) Oversee technical delivery of ongoing projects, enhancements, and modernization work streams. Conduct architecture assessments, solution reviews, and high-impact consulting engagements. Lead and facilitate multi-team design workshops, roadmap sessions, and governance forums. Data & Integration Architecture Drive enterprise data modeling efforts (including Utility Network (UN) migration strategies). Design and implement integration patterns across mission-critical IT/OT systems (OMS, SAP, Maximo, CIS, SCADA).

Perform ArcFM health checks, performance tuning, and architecture optimization. Evaluate and refine existing GIS/core system functionality; prioritize and groom technical backlogs. Develop business process models and improve operational workflows. Program & Delivery Leadership Lead Utility Network and ArcFM modernization programs from assessment through implementation. Create scalable, reusable integration frameworks and architectural standards. Translate highly technical concepts into clear, concise executive-level narratives.

Guide phased deployment strategies across multiple regions and business units. Provide technical governance, roadmap oversight, and alignment with enterprise strategy. Mentor engineering teams and support cross-functional decision-making. Operational & Technical Execution Support on-premise and hybrid environments: troubleshooting, diagnostics, and performance engineering. Develop Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for large-scale implementations and migration programs. Ensure architectural consistency, compliance, and long-term maintainability across solutions.