Senior Application Architect

Job overview

The Senior Application Architect role is hybrid in Taylor, TX, with stated annual compensation of $135,000–$185,000. ERCOT manages the flow of electric power across the Texas grid and administers the wholesale power market. The architect defines application patterns and guides engineering teams through cloud modernization, secure identity design, observability, automation, and delivery practices. The role helps teams build reliable, governed systems and advance technology supporting ERCOT's grid and market operations.

What you'll do

• Define application architectures across on-premises and cloud systems
• guide solution design and engineering practices
• support cloud modernization, identity and access management, observability, infrastructure as code, and CI/CD
• collaborate on technical roadmaps and standards
• assist with API design and troubleshooting
• mentor engineers
• ensure security, compliance, and governance requirements are met.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior application architect

hybrid

taylor tx

ercot

$135k–$185k

cloud architecture

microservices

api design

identity and access management

ci/cd

infrastructure as code

texas power grid

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability, and long-term care insurance
• flexible spending account
• retirement savings plan and 401(k).

Why this role

Employees must be onsite in Taylor at least two days per week; remote work must be performed from a Texas residence. The posting lists an expected salary range of $135,000–$185,000.

About the employer

ERCOT is hiring for this role. Industry: Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities. Sector: 92.