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Sr. Solution Architect - Utilities

Esri
Oakland, California
Full Time
Posted January 15, 2026
$156k - $239k
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Job Description

A Sr. Solution Architect at Esri partners with utility customers to design and implement advanced GIS solutions using ArcGIS enterprise systems, providing technical leadership, strategic planning, and innovative architecture to meet complex business needs in the utility sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement ArcGIS platform-based strategies and solutions to meet customer requirements
  • Define business continuity plans for on-premises and cloud deployments following industry standards
  • Translate customer system requirements into software architecture and design specifications
  • Advise customers on innovative and effective GIS solutions using Esri technology
  • Develop and recommend GIS architectures, strategies, and migration plans for clients
  • Collaborate with customers and partners to identify, design, and certify GIS workflows
  • Develop multi-year organizational GIS strategies for technology change and budgeting
  • Mentor and guide less experienced colleagues and technical staff
  • Lead all stages of ArcGIS platform deployment, including planning, scripting, and automation
  • Manage teams, budgets, risks, and communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences

Requirements

  • 12 years in GIS platform architecture and solution design
  • 5 years of significant, proven experience applying GIS technology within the electric and gas utilities sector
  • Proven experience with ArcGIS Enterprise desktop, server, online
  • Proven experience with RDBMS Oracle and SQL server environments
  • Proven experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Proficiency in programming and scripting languages including Python, JavaScript, HTML5, Terraform, Powershell, and Chef
  • Knowledge of integrating GIS with ERP, EAM, CRM, SCM systems
  • Experience with service-oriented architectures and cloud hybrid configurations
  • Strong ability to lead teams, manage budgets and risks, and communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, GIS, Mathematics, or a related STEM field

Benefits & Perks

Industry-leading health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees and their families
401(k) and profit-sharing programs
Minimum of 80 hours of vacation leave annually
Twelve paid holidays throughout the year
Opportunities for personal and professional growth

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