IOT Architect

IoT System Architect Smart Home & Connected Devices

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced IoT System Architect having 10+ years of experience in IoT, Embedded Systems, Smart Home Solutions, and Cloud Architecture to lead the design and development of next-generation smart home solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in IoT ecosystems, Microsoft Azure Cloud Services, Video Doorbell Systems, and Matter-enabled smart home devices.

This role requires a strong technical leader who can define end-to-end architecture spanning edge devices, cloud platforms, mobile applications, connectivity protocols, security frameworks, and AI-powered user experiences. The candidate will collaborate with product management, engineering, third-party partners, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and interoperable smart home solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the end-to-end architecture for smart home and connected IoT solutions.
• Design cloud-native architectures leveraging Microsoft Azure services and IoT platform capabilities.
• Architect solutions involving:
• Smart video doorbells
• Smart cameras
• Smart locks
• Sensors and security devices
• Matter-enabled smart home products
• Drive interoperability across multiple ecosystems including Matter, Thread, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE, Zigbee, and cloud-based integrations.
• Design secure device onboarding, provisioning, authentication, and lifecycle management processes.
• Develop scalable video streaming and event-processing architectures for doorbell and surveillance systems.
• Work closely with engineering teams to establish architecture standards, design patterns, and best practices.
• Lead technical evaluations, proof-of-concepts, and technology roadmaps.
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Management, Firmware, Mobile, Cloud, QA, and DevOps.
• Mentor technical teams and provide architectural leadership across multiple programs.

Must-Have Skills

Smart Home & IoT

• Strong experience in Smart Home ecosystem architecture.
• Hands-on experience designing and deploying connected IoT products.
• In-depth understanding of:
• Matter Protocol
• Thread
• Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
• Wi-Fi
• Zigbee
• MQTT
• Experience with device onboarding, provisioning, commissioning, and remote device management.
• Knowledge of OTA (Over-The-Air) firmware updates and device lifecycle management.

Microsoft Azure

• Strong expertise in:
• Azure IoT Hub
• Azure IoT Central
• Azure Digital Twins
• Azure Event Hub
• Azure Service Bus
• Azure Functions
• Azure Stream Analytics
• Azure Storage Services
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Azure API Management
• Experience designing cloud-native microservices architectures on Azure.
• Understanding of observability, monitoring, and cloud security frameworks.

Video Doorbell & Video Systems

• Experience designing solutions involving:
• Smart Video Doorbells
• Video Surveillance Cameras
• Motion Detection Systems
• Video Analytics
• Understanding of:
• Video streaming technologies
• RTSP/WebRTC protocols
• Cloud video storage
• Edge AI for video processing
• Event-driven architectures

Security

• Expertise in IoT security architecture including:
• Device Identity Management
• PKI and Certificates
• Secure Boot
• Firmware Signing
• Encryption Technologies
• Secure Communication Protocols
• Experience implementing Zero Trust principles for connected devices.

Software Architecture

• Strong understanding of:
• Distributed Systems
• Event-Driven Architecture
• Microservices
• API Design
• Edge-to-Cloud Architecture
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with smart home platforms:
• Amazon Alexa
• Google Home
• Apple HomeKit
• Samsung SmartThings
• Knowledge of AI/ML-based smart home use cases.
• Familiarity with Edge AI and Computer Vision applications.
• Experience with embedded Linux and RTOS-based devices.
• Exposure to camera image processing pipelines.
• Experience working with semiconductor/SoC platforms such as Qualcomm, NXP, Silicon Labs, Nordic, or ESP32.
• Familiarity with Home Automation standards and certification requirements.
• Certifications in Azure Solutions Architecture or Azure IoT.
• Experience in consumer electronics or home security products.

Educational Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Electronics & Communication Engineering

Preferred

• Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Microsoft Azure Architect or Azure IoT certifications.
• Relevant certifications in Cloud, Security, or IoT Architecture.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• 10+ years of experience in IoT and connected device ecosystems.
• 5+ years of architecture experience in smart home or consumer IoT products.
• Proven experience delivering commercial smart home solutions from concept to deployment.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence technical strategy and drive innovation across engineering teams.

Rewards designed for you

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we’re here for what matters most to you. Discover more at our Career Page.

* Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

€40 billion global revenue

+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

Deadline: September 27, 2026