Senior Solutions Architect

 

Distech Controls’ success and reputation are fueled by our world-class team of employees. We look for qualified individuals who are striving to succeed and that wish to actively contribute to our continued growth. Distech Controls values its team members and offers them a modern, motivating work environment, and competitive salaries and benefits.

Who is Distech Controls?

Distech Controls is a Canadian-based company located in Brossard, on the South Shore of Montreal (QC), with a European headquarter in Brignais (Lyon), France. We are proud to be part of the Acuity Brands’ family since 2015. Our mission is to connect people with intelligent building solutions for better health, better space, better efficiencies through our forward-thinking technologies and services. Our passion for innovation, quality and sustainability guides our business on a daily basis, as we light the way to a brilliant, productive and connected world.

Why Work for Distech Controls?

• Innovative driven company
• Dynamic workplace
• Open minded company
• Fast-paced company
• Modern work environment designed for our employees
• Indoor and outdoor bistro areas, lounges, coffee stations

DCI - Distech Controls Inc. (North American headquarter)

• Continuous professional development program
• Extensive benefits, including annual performance bonus, group insurance and retirement plan
• 5 floating days and 3 weeks’ vacation (prorated) from year one’
• Reward programs
• LEED-Certified building
• Foosball and ping-pong tables
• Situated near quartier Dix30
• On-site gym
• Daily fresh fruit
• Hot and cold beverages stations
• Accessible transportation services including OPUS card reader onsite
• Deep frozen meal prepared by culinary chefs
• Rewards program

 

Job Summary

Reporting into the Senior Director of Solutions Architecture, the Senior Solutions Architect position is a high impact subject matter expert that closely engages across all functions of the Acuity Intelligent Spaces. Responsible for designing, developing and delivering complex, scalable innovative solutions that showcase the best integrated capabilities of AIS’ hardware, software and services and meet customers’ needs.

 

The Solutions Architect will lead the design and integration of advanced Building Management Systems (BMS) and Controls Automation solutions. This role requires deep expertise in BMS & HVAC/R controls, IoT, cloud-based analytics, lighting automation, and smart building technologies. The Solutions Architect will work closely with sales, product management, engineering, and customers to envision and enable complex, scalable and innovative solutions that drive energy efficiency, operational excellence, and sustainability in commercial and industrial buildings.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Solution Design: Architect and design highly complex integrated BMS and controls automation solutions, incorporating IoT, AI-driven analytics, and cloud connectivity. Ensure that proposed solutions are scalable, sustainable, and capable of delivering the desired outcomes.
• Architecture Blueprints: Develop and deliver comprehensive architecture blueprints that integrate 1st and 3rd party ecosystem products, ensuring seamless interoperability and scalability.
• Technical Leadership: Provide expertise in system architecture, networking, security, APIs, and interoperability between different building control systems. Act as a mentor to junior team members and contribute to best practices and architecture frameworks.
• Customer Engagement: