IT Architect IV - SCADA

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day.The IT Architect IV (SCADA) is responsible for designing the structure of specific IT systems and supervising programs to ensure the architecture is properly implemented. This role will apply technical skills and work with internal/external business partners to create a vision and roadmap. This is a challenging position that will enable you to utilize your technical, problem solving, communication, and leadership skills. We appreciate a new perspective on solutions for our ever-evolving IT needs!Responsibilities/Expectations:Decomposes systems into smaller components and viewpoints, along with the enforced rules that enable consistent design across the enterpriseDefines the application tiers, frameworks, components types and interfaces; specifies and provides ownership of reusable application components or reusable application code and supports the Enterprise Application IntegrationDefines the visual roadmap and performs design reviewsMonitors emerging standards, sets standards and technologies to be used by the enterpriseCrafts the architecture vision, conceptualizes and experiments with alternative architectural approaches; builds models, components and interface specification documents; validates the architecture against requirements and assumptionsTranslates business requirements into repeatable design strategies, systems qualities and patternsSolves problems with developers, addresses ongoing revisions/improvements of the architectureAnalyzes competitors, products, strategies and product generation processesSurveys external emerging developments, new technologies, standards and methodologiesMentors, teaches, consults with other team membersDevelops and maintains SCADA architectures, integrating emerging technologies like Machine Learning and AIEnsures seamless integration of SCADA systems with other company processes and enterprise architectureImproves system efficiency, provides troubleshooting guidance, and implements cybersecurity measures. Offers on-call leadership supportOther duties as assignedEducation/Years of Experience:Required: Bachelor’s degree in IT related field; a minimum six (6) years’ developing software systems and IT industry experiencePreferred: Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience and prior oil/gas industry experienceShift/Work Hours/Travel Requirements:Less than 20% travel required, including the possibility for some international travelOther Requirements:Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priorityNeeds proficient knowledge of architecture principles designNeeds knowledge of application/interface designKnowledge of all areas of IT, especially data center functions (servers, DB, networks, security)Experience creating and maintaining large enterprise architecturesProficiency in SCADA software, HMI/UI design, back-end development, database management, automated testing, DevOps, programming (Python, VBScript, JavaScript, IEC 61131-3), and knowledge of interfaces and communication protocolsExperienced with project lifecycle fundamentals, Agile delivery, IT practices, policies, governance, and cybersecurity awarenessPreferred: Experience in midstream oil and gas SCADA for pipeline control, with a deep understanding of pipeline automation, operations, engineering, measurement, control, and commercial conceptsProficient knowledge of scripting and how scripts work#LI-CT1Why Tulsa? Because here, you don’t have to choose between career and lifestyle. Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and a cost of living that actually lets you enjoy it all. Think shorter commutes, bigger impact and a community that feels like home from day one. Check out ExperienceTulsa.com to learn more.We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper. Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.Here’s a look at what that means:Strong pay plus an annual incentive programHybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positionsMedical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around401(k) with company match and an annual company contributionPaid time off, including company and floating holidaysPaid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption supportAdvanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarterClear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from withinTuition reimbursement and support for continuing educationHSA and FSA optionsCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverageEmployee stock purchase planDomestic partner benefitsEmployee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care aboutEligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.Education Requirements:Bachelors (Required)Skill Requirements:SummaryLocation: OK Tulsa - Headquarters; Relocation Eligible; TX Houston - TowerType: Full time