AI Strategist, Technical Architect

*To access Dayforce at its best, log in from the latest version of Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge. * Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquidsindustry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at We are currently looking for an AI Strategist, Technical Architect for our Houston, TX office. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Serve as a strategist for AI and Automation initiatives, including Microsoft Copilot for M365, Copilot Studio, Azure Foundry, Power Apps and related GenAI platforms. Design and document enterprise-grade AI solution architectures in collaboration with business users, IT architects, and development teams; translate business requirements and innovation use cases into technical solution designs, alongside technical architects. Meet regularly with business users, innovation teams, and citizen developers toidentifyAI and automation use cases, articulate solution vision, andprovidearchitectural guidance—actual coding and development are performed by dedicated developers. Work with more senior technical architects to refine solution designs and coordinate implementation; serve as the primary IT contact for AI solution design reviews and governance. Administer and govern the Microsoft Power Platform, includingestablishingand enforcing governance policies, data loss prevention (DLP) rules, environment strategy, and maker enablement for Power Apps and Power Automate. Administer Jira platform, including user management, project and board configuration, workflow design, permission schemes, and integrations with other enterprise systems. Evaluate emerging AI and GenAI technologies and provide recommendations on their applicability, risk, and value within the Boardwalk environment. Define andmaintainAI solution patterns, architecture standards, and best practices to guide consistent and secure AI adoption across the enterprise. Develop andmaintainroadmaps for AI, Copilot, and Power Platform capabilities aligned with enterprise IT strategy and business objectives. Provide education and enablement sessions for citizen developers, business stakeholders, and innovation teams on AI capabilities, Power Platform, and related technologies. Participate in governance forums and technology review processes to ensure proposed AI solutions align with security, compliance, and enterprise architecture standards. Escalate solution design issues and risks to IT management and senior architects as they arise. Other duties as assigned. Personal Attributes & Abilities: Self-motivated and directed with the ability to lead through influence in a matrixed environment. Strong strategic and systems thinking with the ability to connect business needs to technical solutions. Keen attention to detail and a structured approach to documentation and architecture artifacts. Ability to quickly absorb and evaluate emerging technologies and assess their enterprise applicability. Very strongcustomer service and stakeholder engagement orientation. Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentational skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to design pragmatic solutions. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: 5+ years of experience in enterprise technology solution design, IT architecture, or a related technical role. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Azure AI services. Working knowledge of GenAI concepts, large language models (LLMs), retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and practical AI solution design. Working knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and API management concepts. Working knowledge of data analytics platforms and integration into AI solutions. Working knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) governance. Working knowledge of Jira or work management platforms and enterprise integrations. Strong ability to translate business requirements into technical solution architectures and communicate those designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Excellent communication and facilitation skills; proven ability to engage and align diverse stakeholder groups on technology direction. Experience collaborating with development teams on solution implementation without direct coding responsibilities. PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: Familiarity with the energy industry and/or experience in the pipeline oil and gas industry. Microsoft certifications in Copilot, Azure AI, Power Platform, or related disciplines (e.g., AB-100, AZ-305, AB-900, PL-900). Experience with enterprise AI governance frameworks and responsible AI practices. Experience with Copilot Studio or low-code AI builder tools. Experience administering and governing the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), including DLP policy configuration and environment strategy. Experience administering Jira, including workflow configuration, user/permission management, and enterprise integrations. Familiarity with Jira, GitHub, or similar platforms as they relate to AI solution delivery. Experiencefacilitatinginnovation workshops, design thinking sessions, or use case discovery with business stakeholders. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, or a related field of study PREFERRED EDUCATION: Certifications applicable to the position are desirable, such as Microsoft certifications (e.g., AB-100, AZ-305, AB-900, PL-900). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring. Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev