Technology Manager (Software Development)

American Electric Power (AEP)

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Work type
On-site
Location
Gahanna, OHAustin, TX
Salary
$136,539–$177,503 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 9, 2026

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Below market

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This role $157k
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This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $160,000–$214,500 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $157k versus about $187k for comparable roles.

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About American Electric Power (AEP)

American Electric Power (AEP) is one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, delivering electricity to customers across 11 states through an extensive transmission and distribution network. Industry: Electric Utilities

American Electric Power (AEP) currently has 8 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $126,397–$164,317 across 8 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Technology Manager (Software Development)

The Technology Manager (Software Development) leads the strategy, delivery, and modernization of technology solutions for the electric transmission engineering organization. This role involves managing a team of IT professionals to support the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the transmission system. Key responsibilities include developing multi-year technology roadmaps, managing the application portfolio, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and cybersecurity requirements. You will build and support systems such as PLS-CADD, engineering design tools, data analytics platforms, and APIs. Required skills include experience with cloud technologies, system integration, and utility-specific processes. You will utilize tools like Maximo, Snowflake, and Autodesk while navigating regulatory requirements like NERC CIP and FERC to improve engineering productivity and ensure reliable, secure, and scalable technology capabilities across the transmission system.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute the technology strategy to support the electric transmission engineering organization.
  • Create multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with modernization initiatives and enterprise architecture.
  • Serve as the primary IT relationship manager to translate engineering priorities into actionable technology solutions.
  • Lead the delivery and support of engineering design tools, data analytics platforms, and system integrations.
  • Manage the transmission engineering application portfolio and prioritize initiatives based on business value and risk.
  • Oversee project execution from planning through implementation, ensuring successful organizational change management.
  • Maintain high system availability and performance through automation, process optimization, and lifecycle management.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of IT professionals while managing vendor relationships.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive IT leadership experience.
  • Experience supporting electric utility Transmission Engineering organizations.
  • Strong understanding of transmission planning, engineering, design, and asset management processes.
  • Experience managing enterprise application portfolios.
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies, system integration, and cybersecurity.
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives.
  • Experience with utility technologies such as Maximo, PLS-CADD, or engineering analysis platforms (preferred).

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