Chief Software Architect

Chief Software Architect (Energy Management Software & Services)

Job Title:

Chief Software Architect - Energy Management Software & Services Reporting To: CTO, Energy Management Software & Services

Experience:

10+ years in software innovation & design (preferred) Opportunity Overview We have an exciting opportunity to define the technical future of Schneider Electric's Energy Management Software & Services portfolio. This role sits at the center of a highly strategic mission: unifying and advancing technology across Schneider Electric, ETAP, Planon, Digital Grid, and Services-while modernizing platforms and accelerating innovation through cloud-scale architecture and AI-enabled capabilities.

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $230,000 - $285,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Role Purpose The Chief Software Architect sets the target-state architecture and technical vision for an interconnected portfolio-ensuring scalability, security, and product velocity across diverse platforms and teams. This role requires a leader who can communicate across multiple CTOs and senior engineering organizations, align competing strategies, and establish practical standards that teams adopt.

Key Responsibilities Architecture Vision & Scalable Design Define reference architectures, standards, patterns, and guardrails (APIs, data, integration, identity, observability, reliability). Design scalable cloud-native systems across portfolio products, including modernization and convergence roadmaps. AI Deployment & Embedded Intelligence Lead architecture for production AI deployment: model lifecycle, MLOps/LLMOps, evaluation, monitoring, governance, and responsible AI. Partner with engineering and product leaders to identify high-impact AI use cases and ensure safe, reliable integration.

Multi-CTO Alignment & Technical Leadership Influence and align multiple CTOs and senior engineering leaders with differing strategies and constraints. Establish decision forums (architecture councils, ADR practices, technical steering) and drive adoption. Innovation Across the Org Propose and sponsor pilots/POCs, measure outcomes, and scale what works-across software + services delivery models. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

Strong experience with distributed systems and cloud-native architecture (microservices, event-driven design, API-first, domain-driven design). Hands-on technical depth in one or more core languages commonly used in enterprise systems such as C++, C#, Java, Python, and/or Go (C++ especially relevant in performance-sensitive / industrial software contexts). Deep experience with Azure (preferred), including security, networking, identity, and platform services. Proven track record of production AI deployment (MLOps, monitoring, governance) and integrating AI into scalable systems.

Strong architecture documentation discipline (ADRs, reference designs, standards) and ability to drive adoption across teams. Tools & Platforms Jira, Azure, CI/CD ecosystems, modern observability tooling. Critical Behaviors Exceptional communication; can translate architecture to executives and engineers. Sets independent technical vision; balances pragmatism, security, cost, and delivery realities. Innovative mindset with strong leadership and accountability. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

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