Chapter Leader, Infrastructure Automation Engineering

$212,000 - $249,000/Yr

National Grid - Hicksville, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Hicksville, NY

Utilities

About the position

The Chapter Leader, Infrastructure Automation Engineering at National Grid is responsible for leading a cross-functional team focused on developing innovative infrastructure automation solutions. This role emphasizes strategic leadership, technical expertise, and the alignment of automation capabilities with organizational goals, ensuring the reliability and security of critical systems. The Chapter Leader will foster a collaborative environment, drive performance, and support the professional development of team members while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative capabilities and implement processes that align with organizational goals.
• Create a positive work environment that motivates employees and supports their health and wellbeing.
• Establish standards and define expected practices based on industry best practices.
• Map expected competencies and design career paths for team members.
• Track supply and demand for Chapter resources and collaborate with leadership for optimal allocation.
• Facilitate collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the infrastructure automation engineering community.
• Organize workshops and training programs to upskill teams and keep them current on emerging trends.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in strategic technology leadership and IT infrastructure management.
• Proficiency in developing infrastructure automation solutions in Azure or AWS environments.
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.
• Strong background in cloud networking and working in regulated secure environments.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, C#, SQL, and Python for automation tasks.
• Experience working in Agile methodologies like SAFE, Scrum, or Kanban.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Service Now and Microsoft Teams as interfaces.
• Experience with containerization tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of integrated development tools like GitHub for version control.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule and hybrid work structure.
• Career advancement opportunities within and across bands.
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture.