Technology Manager

American Electric Power • Columbus, OH

3d

About The Position

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 Responsible for the strategic direction of a technology domain, services, or process within a broader strategy of a Business Unit (BU) customer or technology functional area. Promotes and applies Technology processes and solutions to meet the needs and align with the strategies of that BU customer or technology functional area.Responsible for directly managing and developing technology staff, building and sustaining collaborative relationships with operating companies, BUs, and technology teams. Lead the teams to complete projects and/or services and perform all technology work activities via efficient processes and effective use of resources. Responsibilities include decision making, risk assessment, task prioritization/assignment/tracking, project assignment, employee development, performance feedback, motivation, team building, communication, planning, resource allocation, cost control, problem/issue/conflict resolution, customer service, and client relations. Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plans; receives guidance and oversight from senior manager.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading and managing cloud engineering teams in a multi-cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Demonstrated ability to define cloud strategy, design scalable architectures, and drive successful outcomes aligned with business objectives.
• Hands-on experience transitioning applications from on-premises to cloud platforms, including planning, execution, and optimization.
• Expertise in modernization approaches, such as containerization, serverless, and microservices.
• Deep understanding of cloud concepts, including compute, storage, networking, security, and cost optimization.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure and networking fundamentals, with the ability to design resilient and secure solutions.
• Familiarity with integration methodologies, APIs, and hybrid cloud connectivity.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related technical field is required.
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• In addition to any experience required above, 8 or more years of technology experience
• 4-6 years of direct supervision experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect) are highly desirable.
• Commitment to staying current with emerging cloud technologies and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the strategic direction of a technology domain, services, or process within a broader strategy of a Business Unit (BU) customer or technology functional area.
• Promotes and applies Technology processes and solutions to meet the needs and align with the strategies of that BU customer or technology functional area.
• Responsible for directly managing and developing technology staff, building and sustaining collaborative relationships with operating companies, BUs, and technology teams.
• Lead the teams to complete projects and/or services and perform all technology work activities via efficient processes and effective use of resources.
• Responsibilities include decision making, risk assessment, task prioritization/assignment/tracking, project assignment, employee development, performance feedback, motivation, team building, communication, planning, resource allocation, cost control, problem/issue/conflict resolution, customer service, and client relations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees