Senior Director of Solutions Architect

at  Acuity Brands

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.
We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting into the ISG Sales Head of Solutions, the Senior Director of Solutions Architecture is a unique leadership position that closely engages across all functions of the Intelligent Spaces Group. The position is responsible for leading a group of highly seasoned technical subject matter experts who design, develop and deliver scalable innovative solutions that showcase the best integrated capabilities of ISG’s hardware, software and services and meet customers’ needs.
This leadership role is pivotal in bridging the gap between customer needs and our innovative technologies, ensuring that our offerings not only meet but exceed expectations. In close partnership with sales, the team architects tailored scalable solutions that enhance building operations, improve efficiency, and drive customer satisfaction.
The unique position of the team also allows for the aggregation of “voice of the customer” and evolution of the competitive landscape through direct interactions with our Authorized System Integrators and end customers. A sustained interface with Product Management and R&D teams will need to be maintained to channel structured feedback and collaborate on product feature-set additions and services enhancements.

SKILLS AND MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within solutions architecture, particularly in building management or related technologies.
• Minimum 5-year experience in Customer Service and/or Technical Support Services.
• Strong technical background with expertise in building management systems, IoT, automation, and integrated solutions.
• Keen understanding of sales processes and customer engagement strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver complex solutions that integrate multiple technologies and platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience with project management, strategic planning, and performance monitoring.
• Ability to multi-task and handle various priorities.