CA High Speed Rail Authority
Under administrative direction of the Chief of Digital Delivery and Innovation, the Information Technology (IT) Specialist III (Senior Solutions Engineer) provides expert-level guidance and support for the Authority’s application systems that leverage various technologies, including commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure as a service (IaaS), Amazon Web Services (AWS), cloud-based development tools, and generative AI (GenAI) platforms. The incumbent works independently to evaluate and design technical solutions, enhance existing systems, and ensure the integration and optimization of applications necessary to support the organization's evolving needs. The Senior Solutions Engineer is innovative and possesses deep technical knowledge of emerging technologies, including GenAI, providing the strategic and tactical direction necessary to support the Authority’s mission.
Essential Functions
Solutions Design
• Leads the evaluation, design, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing application solutions.
• Collaborates with other subject matter experts and architects to establish architectural standards and best practices for the integration of COTS, SaaS, IaaS, and custom-developed applications.
• Ensures alignment with enterprise architecture and business objectives.
• Collaborates with business units to gather requirements, define use cases, and translate needs into technical solutions.
• Presents technical concepts and project updates to non-technical stakeholders.
Solutions Development and Integrations
• Designs and implements integrations between systems using Application Programming Interfaces (API), middleware, and automation tools.
• Integrates applications across signaling, train control, asset management, and passenger information systems.
• Ensures interoperability between Operation Technologies/rail systems and modern digital platforms.
• Collaborates with development teams to enhance existing applications and deliver new capabilities.
• Supports change management and training efforts related to new systems and features.
• Troubleshoots complex technical issues and coordinates resolution across teams and vendors.
• Monitors system performance and implements improvements to ensure reliability, scalability, and security.
• Maintains documentation and knowledge bases for supported systems.
Technical Leadership and Innovation
• Leads or supports the planning, execution, and evaluation of proofs of concept (POCs) and pilot projects to assess the feasibility and impact of innovative technologies before full-scale implementation.
• Utilizes GenAI tools to streamline workflows, automate content generation, and enhance user experience.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on emerging technologies, including genAI, cloud-native development, and DevOps practices.
• Provides strategic and tactical guidance to IT teams and business stakeholders.
• Evaluates and recommends new tools, platforms, and methodologies to improve solution delivery.
• Mentors and trains other Authority staff members on the adoption and application of modern technologies, tools, and best practices to build internal technical capacity and promote continuous learning.