PPL Corporation Jobs

Company Summary Statement

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Overview

Company Summary Statement

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 35 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today

Overview

The Sr Director, Enterprise Technology is responsible for developing and implementing Enterprise products that meet customer needs and maximizing the return on product investments This role leads and guides cross-functional teams, facilitates Agile teams through various stages, and serves as a coach and mentor This role also supports the Product Owner and Product Manager in defining vision, roadmaps, and planning.

NOTE: This position is hybrid to one of our local offices in: Allentown, PA; Louisville, KY or Providence, RI. LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Guide cross-functional teams in the implementation of applicable tools and practices that contribute to maximizing value

• Facilitate initiatives and Agile teams through Inception, Execution, and Transition against delivery lifecycles

• Serve as a coach and mentor for Agile teams within the Enterprise portfolio

• Support larger initiatives through scaling and execution of scaled Agile frameworks

• Inspire others to adopt new processes and improvements based on lessons learned across the portfolio

• Assist Agile team in understanding the value of automation and recommend process efficiency improvements (DevOps)

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, Math or a relevant degree; Master’s degree preferred but not required.

Experience

• 10-15 years of experience in technology leadership roles

• Deep understanding of enterprise technology infrastructure, software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, and emerging technologies

• Proven ability to develop and execute technology strategies that align with business goals and drive innovation

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies

• Ability to align IT transformation initiatives with the overall business strategy

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (eg, PMP, ITIL, CISSP, CISM, Agile, Scrum) would be a plus

• Knowledge of Cloud, AI, DevOps, Engineering best practices

• Utilities industry experience

Remote Work

The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both Assigned work location may change In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, Math or a relevant degree; Master’s degree preferred but not required.

Experience

• 10-15 years of experience in technology leadership roles

• Deep understanding of enterprise technology infrastructure, software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, and emerging technologies

• Proven ability to develop and execute technology strategies that align with business goals and drive innovation

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies

• Ability to align IT transformation initiatives with the overall business strategy

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (eg, PMP, ITIL, CISSP, CISM, Agile, Scrum) would be a plus

• Knowledge of Cloud, AI, DevOps, Engineering best practices

• Utilities industry experience

Remote Work

The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both Assigned work location may change In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

• Manage and mentor a team of technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Guide cross-functional teams in the implementation of applicable tools and practices that contribute to maximizing value

• Facilitate initiatives and Agile teams through Inception, Execution, and Transition against delivery lifecycles

• Serve as a coach and mentor for Agile teams within the Enterprise portfolio

• Support larger initiatives through scaling and execution of scaled Agile frameworks

• Inspire others to adopt new processes and improvements based on lessons learned across the portfolio

• Assist Agile team in understanding the value of automation and recommend process efficiency improvements (DevOps)

Remote Work

The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.