Solutions Architect; San Jose at Cupertino Electric, Inc. San Jose, CA

Posting Title

Solutions Architect

Director, Business Technology and Analytics

San Jose, CA

$105,000 to $175,000

Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who have built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always do the right thing.

Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.

Our projects may be complex, but our approach is simple:
We build great things and we do it with great people. Using well-designed processes and controls, integrating smart and reliable solutions, and providing access to the information needed, our IT Team comprised of seasoned and experienced professionals enables the success of the organization. We do this while minimizing operational and financial impact.

The Solutions Architect designs and implements scalable technology solutions that support CEI's enterprise IT infrastructure and business operations. This role is instrumental in advancing our technology architecture across all systems, ensuring seamless integration throughout our technology ecosystem including ERP, business applications, construction technology platforms, infrastructure platforms, and emerging technologies. This role serves as a bridge between business requirements and technical solutions across all aspects of our IT landscape.

• Design and architect end-to-end enterprise technology solutions across all business systems.
• Develop comprehensive IT architecture strategies that support business objectives.
• Create integration strategies between JD Edwards ERP, business applications, infrastructure platforms, and third-party systems.
• Design and maintain architectural standards, patterns, and best practices across the technology stack.
• Develop latest information system architectures, strategies, and processes that advance business objectives.
• Design scalable, performance-driven solutions for enterprise applications, infrastructure, and emerging technologies.
• Participate in technical design sessions and document technical solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with Data Analytics team and vendors to advance our AI use and maturity.

• Become deeply immersed in core business functions, processes, and workflows across Commercial, Energy, and Data Center cores.
• Document and analyze current business processes and underlying systems/applications.
• Translate business requirements into well-architected technical solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, deliverables, and manage expectations.
• Identify gaps between current and desired end states.
• Produce high-quality work products including specifications, process flows, and technical documentation.

• Lead research and development, proof of concept and functional prototype efforts as required to be a hands‑on resource.
• Provide technical guidance to IT teams, developers, and infrastructure engineers.
• Lead consulting engagements that require custom development, system integrations, and technology implementations.
• Manage technical delivery of solutions including application development, system integrations, and infrastructure deployments.
• Evaluate and recommend modern technologies, platforms,…