Technology Manager

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Job Posting End Date

12-29-2025 – The job posting will close the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company! We’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward‑thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Job Description

Responsible for the strategic direction of a technology domain, services, or process within a broader strategy of a Business Unit (BU) customer or technology functional area. Promotes and applies technology processes and solutions to meet the needs and align with the strategies of that BU customer or technology functional area. Responsible for directly managing and developing technology staff, building and sustaining collaborative relationships with operating companies, BUs, and technology teams.

Lead the teams to complete projects and/or services and perform all technology work activities via efficient processes and effective use of resources. Responsibilities include decision making, risk assessment, task prioritization/assignment/tracking, project assignment, employee development, performance feedback, motivation, team building, communication, planning, resource allocation, cost control, problem/issue/conflict resolution, customer service, and client relations. Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plans;

receives guidance and oversight from senior manager.

What You’ll Do Leadership & Strategy

• Proven experience leading and managing cloud engineering teams in a multi‑cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Demonstrated ability to define cloud strategy, design scalable architectures, and drive successful outcomes aligned with business objectives.

Cloud Migration & Transformation

• Hands‑on experience transitioning applications from on‑premises to cloud platforms, including planning, execution, and optimization.
• Expertise in modernization approaches, such as containerization, serverless, and microservices.

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of cloud concepts, including compute, storage, networking, security, and cost optimization.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure and networking fundamentals, with the ability to design resilient and secure solutions.
• Familiarity with integration methodologies, APIs, and hybrid cloud connectivity.

Certifications & Continuous Learning

• Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect) are highly desirable.
• Commitment to staying current with emerging cloud technologies and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related technical field is required. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Experience: 8 or more years of technology experience and 4–6 years of direct supervision experience preferred.

What You’ll Get

$132,562 – $172,333

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports and enhances overall well‑being.

Compensation Grade

SP20-010

Compensation Range

$ – $

Physical Demand Level

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally; operating generally sedentary with occasional walking or standing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer‑employee relationship, including recruiting, hiring, upgrading, and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company‑sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs, and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

When required by law, we may record certain information or invite applicants to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Utilities

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