About the position:

The solution architect role involves designing and overseeing the implementation of home-grown and commercial-off-the-shelf IT solutions using Microsoft Azure and their integration with various systems and applications. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, evaluating technology options, and guiding development teams to deliver scalable, secure and efficient solutions.

Key responsibilities:

Architectural Leadership:

• Serve as the Azure Solution Architect with specific sector knowledge, setting the direction for cloud architecture and ensuring alignment with the organization's technical strategy and O&G industry standards.

• Uphold industry best practices and standards specific to the O&G sector.

Technology Roadmap:

• Construct and continuously update an Azure-focused technology roadmap, aligning with the organization's long-term goals.

• Explore and identify cutting-edge Azure services and features that can propel technological advancement. Strategically plan and implement upgrades to bolster the organization's competitive position and enhance the scalability of Azure-based solutions.

Solution Design:

• Take the lead in design and architecture complex Azure solutions, with a strong focus on ensuring scalability, robust security, and cost-effectiveness and alignment with nuanced demands of the O&G industry.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work in tandem with various service lines, such as engineering divisions and business stakeholders, to align Azure architectural strategies with the core business objectives and ensure the designs are in sync with the business's forward direction. Possess the ability to effectively communicate Azure technical strategies to non-technical stakeholders, thereby facilitating their participation in informed decision-making.

Mentorship and Guidance:

• Offer Azure technical leadership and mentorship to solution squads.

• Cultivate an environment of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical prowess across the organization.

Compliance and Best Practices:

• Guarantee Azure solutions meet regulatory demands and O&G-specific standards, including those related to safety, environment, and operations.

Risk Assessment:

• Proactively identify and assess technical risks linked with Azure infrastructure and applications. Collaborate with multifaceted teams to formulate and implement measures to alleviate the detected risks. As a Solution Architect, it is crucial to pinpoint potential risks during the solution development phase and devise comprehensive risk mitigation plans for all solutions crafted.

Industry Expertise:

• Stay informed about emerging technologies, trends, and standards in the oil and gas industry. Evaluate the potential impact of new technologies and provide recommendations for adoption both in upcoming solution designs as well as enhancement of solution architectures.

Vendor Management:

• Engage with external vendors and technology associates to scrutinize third-party offerings compatible with Azure. Integrate these third-party solutions effortlessly, ensuring they complement and reinforce the broader Azure architectural strategy and the business objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science engineering or related field.

• Total year of experience 5+ years with Cloud experience on Azure.

• Must have Microsoft AZ900 Certification.

• Ability to create and communicate a clear product vision that aligns with business objectives and addresses the needs of connected workers.

• Experience in deploying solutions in on-premises and cloud-based environments.

• In-depth knowledge of digital tools, IoT devices, and software platforms used in connected worker solutions, including Azure DevOps and Microsoft O365/M365 services.

• Skills in deploying and supporting products such as tablets/phones, lone worker monitoring devices, push-to-talk (PTToB) deployments, and Real Time Location Services (RTLS).

• Ability to collect, analyze, and utilize data from connected devices to drive product development and improve performance.

• In-depth knowledge of Mixed Reality (MR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies, including tools like Unity, Blender, and remote rendering.

• Ability to define and execute the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for XR technologies.

• Expertise in deploying and configuring AR/MR/VR devices and software applications.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Microsoft Azure IaaS, storage, and networking.

• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and manage service delivery through IT managed service providers.

• Proficiency in automation and scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash to automate cloud operations.

• Experience with integration of XR Immersive technologies into Field Operations.

Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, supporting business requirements across the world. Accordingly, the work hours for employees will be aligned to support business requirements. The standard work week will be Monday to Friday. Working hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm or 1:30pm to 10:30pm.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

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