Head of AI Architecture for Autonomous Building Systems

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 145,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Director of AI Architecture & Autonomous Building Systems to lead technology strategy for its BAS and Controls portfolio.

You will define end-to-end architecture across edge controllers, networks, enterprise platforms, AI services, and cloud connectivity, enabling AI-enabled, autonomous building ecosystems. The role drives architectural governance, engineering alignment, and delivery of differentiated market solutions while orchestrating global teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in software engineering, systems architecture, product development, or related fields.
• 3+ years leading engineering teams or architecture functions.
• Proven architecture strategy for cloud, edge, connected systems.
• Experience delivering cloud-connected, AI-enabled software products.
• Strong understanding of enterprise software architecture, distributed systems, APIs, and modern practices.
• Experience with Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and software lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure software design.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute software development and deployment strategy for IoT edge, cloud, and AI-enabled products.
• Partner with BAS product leadership to prioritize technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering to refine system requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to advance AI-enabled building controls and autonomous capabilities.
• Lead global teams of engineers and architects across centers.
• Promote quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Software architecture

Cloud & edge computing

AI/ML expertise

Leadership

Agile DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE/EE

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Cloud platforms

DevOps tools

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Director of AI Architecture & Autonomous Building Systems to lead technology strategy for its BAS and Controls portfolio.

You will define end-to-end architecture across edge controllers, networks, enterprise platforms, AI services, and cloud connectivity, enabling AI-enabled, autonomous building ecosystems. The role drives architectural governance, engineering alignment, and delivery of differentiated market solutions while orchestrating global teams and