Enterprise Architecture Manager

Enterprise Architecture Manager

Non-Union Position
IS Enterprise Architecture;
Portland, Oregon (US-OR)

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT, Exempt
Posting # 5496

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.

In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.

Employees based at our Headquarters are required to work on-site a minimum of two days per week. Specific in‑office days may vary by team and business needs. This hybrid schedule supports collaboration, connection, and engagement while also offering flexibility for remote work.

The Enterprise Architect Manager is responsible for shaping and executing the enterprise architecture strategy, driving modernization and technology alignment to support business objectives, and ensuring robust governance across the organization. This leader oversees architecture professionals and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, scalable technology solutions, establish architectural standards, and enable reliable, high‑quality business outcomes. The ideal candidate blends utility domain depth, modernization expertise, and hands‑on architecture leadership.

In addition, the Enterprise Architect Manager may serve as a principal architect, providing cross‑portfolio guidance, advising senior leadership, and leading major transformation initiatives across the organization.

• Business Enablement:
  Develop enterprise architecture artifacts that align with business objectives and implement structured governance processes.
• Stakeholder Partnership:
  Act as trusted advisor to Operations, Security, Infrastructure, Applications, and Data leaders; translate strategy into executable designs; facilitate decisions at Architecture Review Board and steering forums.
• Leadership & Enablement:
  Guide a team of architects or lead key programs. Build communities of practice and reusable resources.
• Architecture Governance & Standards:
  Set EA policies, standards, and patterns; manage effective governance for faster, safer delivery.
• Portfolio & Value Realization:
  Collaborate with PMO/Product and Finance to prioritize actions, define KPIs, and measure outcomes.
• Strategy & Roadmaps:
  Shape and maintain EA strategy, reference architectures, and roadmaps aligning business goals with tech investments.
• Principal Enterprise Architect:
  Serve as cross‑portfolio architect, advisor to leadership, and lead major transformations.

• 8+ years (Manager) or 10+ years (Principal) in enterprise/solution architecture
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent education and work experience
• Proven record defining target architectures and roadmaps, building standards, and governing complex portfolios
• Hands‑on architecture as an Enterprise Architect, Solution Architect or Product Architect
• Excellent communication with executive presence; ability to quantify value and influence cross‑functional decisions

• Utility experience
• Certifications:
  
  TOGAF, ITIL

• Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
• Free access to an online wellness resources platform
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Work Life Balance
• Up to 23 Vacation Days
• 80 Hours of Sick Time
• 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• 3 weeks paid parental leave
• Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
• 1500 sq ft exercise facility and secure bike room
Financial
• Meaningful annual incentive…