Architect Sr - ServiceNow & Platform… at American… · Columbus

Architect Sr - ServiceNow & Platform Architecture Location: Columbus, OH Job Posting End Date 05-11-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company! We’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you! Job Description This role is part of a larger enterprise architecture and technology delivery team focused on designing and implementing solutions that address critical business needs and opportunities. The positionis responsible fortranslating business requirements intopractical, scalable technicalarchitectures, spanning application, integration, data, and infrastructure domains, while ensuringnon‑functionalrequirements such assupportability, resiliency, performance, and securityare met. The role requires a balance ofstrategic architectural thinking andhands‑ontechnical execution, with direct involvement in design, deployment, and operational support. What You'll Do: Architecture & Solution Design Translate specific business requirements intoend‑to‑endtechnical solution architectures, including: Application architecture Integration architecture Data architecture Non‑functionalrequirements (availability, resiliency, security, maintainability) Develop and applyarchitecture patterns and technology standardsaligned to enterprise strategy, including: Application and integration patterns Data center and platform architecture Computing paradigms and technology ecosystems Provide architecture services supporting bothcurrent‑stateoptimization andfuture‑stateplanning. ServiceNow Platform & CMDB Architecture Serve as a senior architecture resource supporting AEP’son‑premiseServiceNow platform and CMDB. Performplatform and solution architecture activities, including: Estimation and planning Technical design and development guidance Requirements definition and design reviews Integration architecture with external platforms and systems Ensure ServiceNow solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, operational models, and downstream dependencies. Systems Engineering & Technical Execution Providehands‑onsystems engineering, troubleshooting, and operational supportacross the ServiceNow ecosystem and supporting platforms, including: Tomcat application servers Java application stacks (JSWs, JVMs) Oracle databases MID servers Support and troubleshoot across required operating environments: Linux Windows AIX Partner closely with infrastructure, application, database, and security teams to diagnose and resolve complex platform and performance issues. What We're Looking For: Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required. Experience: 6 years of relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered. What You'll Get: $98,993.00 - $128,688.00 In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-008 Compensation Range: $98,993.00 - $128,688.00 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. 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