Supervisor, Gas Architecture & Environment Management

Gas Architecture & Environment Management Supervisor Job Summary This position is responsible for support of the core integrated technology platform for Southern Company Gas (GAS) applications used by GAS Distribution Operations for our state regulated Local Distribution Companies (LDC). This includes the full software development lifecycle of end-to-end technology planning, architecture, technology roadmaps, release management and environment management. Partnering closely with the business, this leader supports an architecture strategy that enables the business to achieve its goals and objectives and is aligned with the overall enterprise technology strategy and goals while ensuring a simplicity that is easily maintained. This position will support delivery of a multi-year technology investment program to Restore and Optimize Our Technology (ROOT). This program will overhaul our tightly coupled custom built legacy GAS integrated platform with ~80 different applications and re-architect into a loosely coupled modernized GAS integrated platform leveraging off the shelf products including Oracle and IBM Maximo as anchor applications.

This leader will support the organization as they leverage current products for new solutions, influence consolidation and application rationalization. The position is responsible for the successful management and delivery of environments in support of Gas solutions, as well as for the implementation and execution of new solution development. This position will deliver simplification of solutions to minimize customization and improve supportability. This includes defining and supporting investments that enable the achievement of business objectives and advance the company’s capabilities to provide a competitive advantage. This position is responsible for promoting and supporting the realization of what is possible with technology. In close partnership with GAS Business Operations Technology Services (BOTS), this position supports GAS business partners on the Infrastructure and Technology Integration Technology Advisory Committee. The Supervisor, Gas Architecture & Environment Management, is responsible for approximately 7 IT professionals, including 4 contractors, across various geographic locations. This position is responsible for managing a $1M – $5M annual technology budget with responsibility for a project portfolio of $5M – $10M.

This position will report to the Manager, GAS Architecture and Integration.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Applies leadership and strategic thinking to a diverse set of opportunities and challenges, serving as a true strategic partner and enabler of all facets of Southern Company Gas.
• Partners with business leaders across the organization and works closely with the technology organization to ensure resources and strategies align to current and future needs of the business.
• Drives innovation and leverages technology to create value and transform the business.
• Establishes and maintains excellent working relationships and partnerships with leadership throughout Southern Company Gas and external vendors and suppliers.
• Supports environment management strategies to effectively support the GAS portfolio.
• Designs technology solutions (through architecture) that are common where possible and custom where it counts.
• Drives and simplicity of design to ensure highly available systems where needed and maintainability of the ecosystem.
• Creates an overall technology budget and manages financial performance.
• Hires, develops, rewards, and retains a highly qualified and diverse technology leadership team.
• Establishes and enforces appropriate technology and business policies, practices, and processes.
• Acts as a student of business and technology, anticipating future needs and directional shifts in both the technology and energy industries.
• Creates an environment that fosters accountability, innovation, and engagement at all levels.

Job Requirements

Education

• A degree in Computer Science or a related field is required. An advanced degree is desirable.

Experience And Knowledge

• 10 or more years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years of experience managing multiple, medium-to-large- sized and cross-functional teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of information technology with an extensive understanding of architecture principles, application development technologies and methodologies.
• Broad knowledge of the utility business functions and an understanding of how the Technology Organization adds value to these organizations.
• Building strong leadership teams and high performing organizations.
• Leading and operating in a fast paced, real-time operational environment with changing business dynamics.
• Deep understanding of environment management strategies and practices.
• Broad knowledge of architectural diagrams, integration patterns, and environment management processes.
• Comprehensive understanding of formal environment management and related processes.
• Experience with Waterfall and Agile delivery.
• Broad understanding of System Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Solid foundation in information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL).

Skills

• The ability to lead and manage through change. Recognized as a change agent.
• Knowledgeable about current and future technology trends with the ability to scout and deploy industry-changing technology.
• Outstanding credibility and demonstrated ability to build strong relationships within the company and industry, and with vendors/ suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to influence key stakeholders and lead through influence.
• Team player with a collaborative approach to drive solutions for the good of Southern Company.
• Proven ability to drive efficiency through effective technology management.
• Ability to operate successfully in a regulated environment with an understanding and appreciation of risk, compliance, corporate policy and procedures, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to connect the dots and apply sound business judgment.
• Ability to attract top talent and build high-performing teams. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop employees and future leaders.
• Able to delegate responsibility effectively.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including communicating complex technical topics to various audiences.
• Excellent customer service skills that exhibit initiative and follow-through to meet customer commitments.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information, determine solutions, and make quality and timely decisions.
• Experience with various development languages, frameworks, and products.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 7276

Job Category: Information Technology

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services