BMS Systems Architect (AMER)

Digital Realty Trust, L.P.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Realty Trust, L.P. is seeking a Manager – BMS Architecture & Standards to lead global BMS standards across our data center portfolio.

You will bridge global architecture with real-world deployment, ensuring scalable, secure, and reliable systems while aligning with business objectives. You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Technology, and vendor partners to standardize practices, guide POC initiatives, and drive continuous improvement of BMS platforms, including integration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Controls Engineering, IT, or related discipline.
• 5-8 years of experience with Building Management Systems in critical facilities or data centers.
• Experience with leading BMS platforms (Schneider, Siemens, Honeywell) and industrial protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and evolution of global BMS standards across the data center portfolio.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Technology to align standards with business needs.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to engineering guidelines and best practices.
• Evaluate proof-of-concept initiatives for new technologies and controls solutions.
• Collaborate with global BMS support teams to identify standardization opportunities.
• Work with vendors to ensure consistent delivery standards and high-quality solutions.
• Support maintenance, optimization, and modernization of BMS platforms.
• Promote operational excellence by improving platform performance and reliability.
• Assist in developing technical documentation and procedures.
• Support cross-functional initiatives involving controls, monitoring, and facility technologies.

Skills

BMS platform knowledge

BACnet & Modbus

Architectural governance

Documentation & standards

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

Schneider Electric BMS

Siemens

Honeywell

Job description

Manager – BMS Architecture & Standards (Global Innovations & Solutions)

Location: Ashburn, VA or Dallas, TX

Your Role

The Manager – BMS Architecture & Standards plays a critical role in supporting and advancing Digital Realty's global Building Management System (BMS) strategy across our expanding data center portfolio. This role bridges the gap between global architecture standards and real-world operational deployment, ensuring BMS solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and aligned with business objectives.

Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Technology, and vendor partners, you will help drive standardization, support innovation initiatives, and continuously improve BMS platform capabilities to enhance operational excellence across a global environment.

What You'll Do

• Support the implementation, adoption, and continuous evolution of global BMS architecture standards across Digital Realty's data center portfolio.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Technology teams to align BMS standards with business and operational requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to the development of engineering guidelines and best practices.
• Evaluate and support proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives for new technologies, alarming strategies, and controls solutions.
• Collaborate with global BMS support teams to gather feedback and identify opportunities for standardization and continuous improvement.
• Work with vendors and integrators to ensure consistent delivery standards and high-quality solutions.
• Support the maintenance, optimization, and modernization of existing BMS platforms.
• Promote operational excellence by improving platform performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Assist in developing technical documentation, standards, and implementation procedures.
• Support cross-functional initiatives involving controls systems, monitoring platforms, and facility technologies.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Controls Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 5-8 years of experience working with Building Management Systems (BMS) in critical facilities or data center environments.
• Strong knowledge of leading BMS platforms such as Schneider Electric, Siemens, Honeywell, or similar systems.
• Experience with BACnet, Modbus, and other industrial communication protocols.
• Understanding of system integrations between BMS, monitoring, and facility management platforms.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across global teams.
• Experience supporting technical standards, governance processes, and operational procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting global data center operations and international BMS standards.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices for BMS, OT, and controls