CenterPoint Energy · 2 days ago
Director Technology Innovation and Emerging Technology
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expCenterPoint Energy is a leader in the energy and utilities sector, operating at the intersection of critical infrastructure, advanced technology, and customer‑centric service. We are seeking a Director of Technology Innovation to accelerate our AI powered technology transformation and shape the next generation of operational intelligence and excellence, customer experience, and grid modernization.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of an enterprise innovation roadmap with emphasis on LiDAR, satellite‑based intelligence, geospatial analytics, and digital twin modernization
Drive strategic initiatives leveraging LiDAR, satellite data, AI/ML, and geospatial analytics to enhance operational visibility and decision‑making
Advance the company’s technology ecosystem by defining architecture, data standards, and integration pathways across assets, operations, and customer systems
Champion a culture of experimentation through rapid prototyping, pilot programs, and cross‑functional collaboration
Develop a repeatable innovation‑to‑production pipeline including governance, technical standards, and success metrics
Partner with Enterprise Technology teams and business units to ensure new technologies integrate seamlessly with enterprise systems and field operations
Establish frameworks for vendor evaluation, technology selection, and long‑term ecosystem partnerships
Oversee the development of scalable platforms and data pipelines that support geospatial intelligence, asset monitoring, and predictive analytics
Collaborate with customer experience and operations teams to identify opportunities where emerging technologies can improve service quality, transparency, and engagement
Develop business cases, ROI analyses, and performance metrics to evaluate the impact of innovation initiatives
Communicate program outcomes, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders
Lead a high‑performing innovation team of technologists, developers, data scientists, and product strategists
Engage senior technology leadership to align innovation priorities with technology strategy
Represent the company externally at industry forums, research partnerships, and technology consortiums
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Data Science, Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
10+ years of experience in technology innovation, digital transformation, or advanced analytics
Strong background in emerging technologies such as LiDAR, satellite imaging, GIS, or remote sensing
Experience building and scaling digital twins for complex infrastructure or industrial environments
Proven track record of operationalizing innovation within large, regulated, or asset‑intensive organizations
Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Preferred
Experience in the energy, utilities, or critical infrastructure sector
Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and modern data architectures
Advanced degree in engineering, data science, or technology management
Benefits
Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Company
CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy is an energy delivery company with electric transmission and distribution, power generation and natural gas distribution.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.65B2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2025-07-28Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2025-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $800M
Leadership Team
Jason Wells
Chief Executive Officer
Christopher Foster
EVP and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-14
2025-12-08
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