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Our Building Automation Systems (BAS) portfolio helps customers operate facilities more efficiently, reduce energy consumption, improve occupant comfort, and achieve sustainability goals through intelligent controls, software, and digital services.\nAs we accelerate our Autonomous Buildings vision, we are investing in AI-enabled technologies that simplify operations, improve technician productivity, and unlock new levels of building intelligence. This role will help define and lead that transformation.\nYour Role\nThe Director, AI Architecture & Autonomous Building Systems will serve as the technology and architecture leader for our Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Controls portfolio.\nThis role will define the long-term architecture strategy spanning edge controllers, building networks, enterprise platforms, AI services, cloud connectivity, cybersecurity, and autonomous operations. The successful candidate will help drive the evolution from traditional building automation systems to intelligent, self-optimizing building ecosystems while enabling scalable innovation across controls, software, and digital services.\nThis position is fundamental to accelerating our Autonomous Buildings vision, providing the architectural leadership, technical governance, and engineering alignment necessary to deliver differentiated market solutions, strengthen competitive advantage, and unlock new growth opportunities through AI-enabled building intelligence and edge-to-cloud innovation.\nYour Responsibilities\nStrategic Leadership\nDefine and execute the software development and deployment strategy for IoT edge, cloud-hosted, and AI-enabled software products.\nPartner with Building Automation Systems product leadership to prioritize and deliver technology roadmaps.\nCollaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams to prioritize and refine system requirements.\nEvaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to advance AI-enabled building controls and autonomous building capabilities.\nTeam Management and Development\nLead and inspire global teams of software engineering managers, architects, and engineers across multiple engineering centers.\nFoster effective collaboration across geographies and cultures while providing clear direction and accountability.\nPromote a culture of quality, technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.\nRecruit, develop, and retain top technical talent.\nCoach and mentor engineering leaders and team members to support their professional growth and development.\nManagement and Delivery\nDrive the transformation of installation, configuration, commissioning, monitoring, and service workflows through AI-enabled solutions.\nEnsure successful delivery of product functionality, performance, quality, compliance, and productivity objectives.\nImplement and continuously improve Agile development practices and software lifecycle processes.\nMonitor program health, identify risks, and proactively drive mitigation plans.\nImprove engineering effectiveness through AI-assisted development practices and modern software delivery methodologies.\nTechnical Oversight\nDefine end-to-end architecture spanning edge controllers, building networks, enterprise platforms, AI services, cloud connectivity, cybersecurity, and autonomous operations.\nEstablish architecture standards and technical direction across the BAS portfolio.\nDrive adoption of modern development tools, frameworks, and engineering best practices.\nChampion DevOps, CI/CD, automation, and AI-enhanced software development methodologies to accelerate delivery and improve quality.\nLeverage AI-powered development tools and intelligent agents to enhance developer productivity and accelerate innovation.\nStakeholder Collaboration\nPartner with Product Management, Marketing, Sales, and Engineering teams to ensure alignment between R&D initiatives and market needs.\nCollaborate with external vendors and technology partners to integrate capabilities and accelerate innovation.\nBuild strong relationships with internal stakeholders including User Experience, IT, and Cybersecurity teams.\nOperational Excellence\nEstablish KPIs to measure technology adoption, engineering effectiveness, product performance, and project success.\nEnsure compliance with cybersecurity, regulatory, industry, and quality requirements.\nEvaluate cloud infrastructure utilization and identify opportunities to optimize cost, performance, and scalability.\nWhat We Are Looking For\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.\n10+ years of experience in software engineering, systems architecture, product development, or related technical disciplines.\n3+ years of experience leading engineering teams, architecture functions, or large-scale technology initiatives.\nProven experience defining architecture strategy for complex software platforms spanning cloud, edge, and connected systems.\nExperience delivering cloud-connected, AI-enabled, or intelligent software products.\nDeep understanding of enterprise software architecture, distributed systems, cloud platforms, APIs, and modern software development practices.\nExperience with Agile software development, DevOps, CI/CD, and software lifecycle management.\nStrong understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure software design.\nDemonstrated ability to influence technical strategy across large organizations and multiple stakeholders.\nExcellent communication, leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nAdvanced degree (MS, MBA, or PhD) in a relevant technical or business discipline.\nDomain expertise in Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), smart buildings, HVAC controls, energy management, industrial automation, IoT, or other connected systems environments.\nProven success driving AI-enabled innovation, intelligent automation, or enterprise-scale technology transformation initiatives.\nFamiliarity with software solutions supporting installation, commissioning, monitoring, service, or technician workflows.\nExperience leading globally distributed engineering organizations.\nHIRING SALARY RANGE: $145,000 - 217,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us\nJohnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visitEEO is the Law. 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