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Senior Principal Architect Software and System

Yesterday Bangalore, India

What will you do:

Company Overview:

Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and automation, committed to providing innovative solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, and at every moment. We are part of Digital Energy - Software business, and are expanding our team in Bangalore and looking for a Principal Architect to enhance our software solution and drive the roadmap of next generation Security system.

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Principal Architect to lead the design and development of access and video software and system. This role focuses on architecting robust, secure, and scalable system that enable real-time monitoring, control, and optimization of access events and video integration. As a Principal Architect at Schneider Electric, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing solutions across our global infrastructure, with a primary focus on software. This position requires a blend of strategic architectural design and practical hands-on ability to implement and manage solutions, ensuring efficient data processing for a large-scale real time application.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Provide architecture guidelines, identify technical solutions, and write technical requirements, answering to the functional requirement of the solution.

• Architect and develop scalable, high-performance access and video solutions for the large scale BMS system

• Work closely with offering and solution Architects of the business to ensure proper landing of the interfaces and integration.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define design principles, system architectures, and best practices.

• Work on communication interfaces using MQTT(s), HTTP(s), WebSockets, or other messaging protocols.

• Ensure software is secure, reliable, and optimized for resource-constrained edge environments.

• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and provide technical leadership in edge software development.

• Implement edge analytics and AI/ML inference for predictive maintenance, energy optimization, and occupant comfort.

• Lead PoCs and pilot deployments in commercial, industrial, or mixed-use buildings.

Requirements:

• 13+ years of overall experience in software engineering with a strong focus on system engineering and architecture

• Deep experience with front-end frameworks such as ReactJS, Redux, Redux saga, Shadcn, Zustand.

• Deep expertise in Typescript and Node.js

• Understanding of BACnet/Modbus/ONVIF protocols.

• Demonstrated ability to optimize web performance.

• Deep understanding of DevOps and Agile methodologies.

• Deep Understanding of IoT architectures, protocols (MQTT, HTTP/REST), and edge computing frameworks.

• Hands-on experience with Docker.

• Proficiency and Experience with Git or any other VCS.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead complex technical projects.

• Proficiency in edge programming (Python, GoLang, Rust, Java or C++)

• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for IOT environments.

Good to have:

• Experience with digital twins, building energy modelling, or occupancy analytics.

• Expertise in Python, with experience in asynchronous programming, task processing frameworks, and Web frameworks

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills including the ability to explain and present technical concepts to a diverse set of audiences.

• Comfortable working directly with both technical and non-technical audiences

• Good judgment, time management, and decision-making skills

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate and thrive in a cross-functional environment

• Willingness to work outside documented job description. Has a "Go Getter" attitude.

Location: Bangalore, India Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid

What's in it for you:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

• Working experience on designing robust, scalable & maintainable IOT gateway applications

• Prior experience in building cloud connected Edge IoT solutions.

• Prior experience in the energy sector or industrial automation is advantageous.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

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Client-provided location(s): Bangalore, India
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/110476?lang=en-us
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-19T18:49:01

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion