Architect

As our Architect, you will be the technical authority for one or more core product lines, owning the end‑to‑end architecture and ensuring alignment with Accruent’s platform strategy. You will design scalable, secure, and AI-enabled product architectures that support both our core SaaS offerings and emerging AI-driven capabilities. You will operate at the intersection of product engineering, platform services (APIM, Identity, Data, AI), and business strategy, partnering closely with Engineering, Product Management, Data & AI teams, and TechOps to set standards, guide implementation, and drive execution.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Architecture & StrategyDefine and own the architecture vision, standards, and roadmap for assigned products or product linesDesign scalable, high-performance, and resilient systems across application, integration, data, and AI layersEstablish and maintain current-state and future-state architecture documentationAlign product architecture with business priorities, customer needs, and platform strategy (Identity, APIM, Data, AI)AI & Data Platform EnablementArchitect product capabilities that leverage AI/ML and GenAI services, including:AI-assisted workflows and decisioningAgent integrations and agent-driven experiencesData-driven insights and predictive capabilitiesPartner with Data & AI teams to ensure:Data pipelines, models, and services are scalable, secure, and production-readyAI capabilities are integrated into products in a consistent and reusable mannerDefine architecture patterns for:Model integration (APIs, event-driven, batch/real-time)Data access and governanceAI service orchestration within product workflowsPlatform Integration & StandardizationEnsure consistent adoption of shared platform capabilities, including:API Management (APIM)Identity and access management (Auth0)Data and integration platformsAI/ML services and shared AI infrastructureTranslate platform capabilities into practical, product-level implementationsIdentify platform gaps and help evolve reusable patterns and “paved roads”Responsible AI, Security & GovernanceContribute guardrails for responsible AI usage, including:Data privacy and residencyAccess control and identity propagationModel usage governance and auditabilityPartner with Security and Data teams to ensure compliance with:Enterprise security standardsData governance requirementsContribute to architecture governance, including design reviews and ADRsDelivery Engagement & Technical LeadershipEmbed with engineering teams to co-design solutions for key initiatives and roadmap deliveryLead architecture reviews, design sessions, and tradeoff discussionsEnsure decisions are intentional, documented, and aligned across teamsBalance speed vs quality, enabling rapid delivery without compromising architecture integrityEngineering Collaboration & EnablementPartner with Engineering, SRE, Ops, and Data teams on roadmap execution and delivery practicesProvide hands-on architectural guidance and mentorship to engineers and tech leadsPromote reusable patterns, standards, and developer-friendly approachesEnable teams to integrate platform and AI capabilities with minimal frictionTechnical Debt, Risk & ScalabilityIdentify and mitigate:Architectural risksPerformance and scalability concernsAI and data-related risks (model performance, data drift, integration complexity)Own product-level technical debt strategy and prioritizationDrive proactive architecture evolution rather than reactive fixesCross-Product Alignment & IntegrationEnsure product architecture supports cross-product workflows and shared capabilitiesPromote consistency across:APIsData modelsAI integrations and servicesContribute to a unified architecture vision supporting One Accruent platform strategyRequired EducationB.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experienceRequired Experience8+ years in software engineering, solution architecture, or product architecture rolesExperience designing cloud-based, distributed SaaS systems in production environmentsExperience integrating platforms across API, identity, data, and AI domainsExperience working across multiple teams and influencing technical directionRequired CompetenciesStrong expertise in:Strong expertise in API design and integration patterns (REST, event-driven, asynchronous), including streaming and messaging; familiarity with modern AI integration patterns such as agent orchestration, API/tool invocation, and agent-based workflows (e.g., MCP)Identity and security (OAuth2, JWT, RBAC)Scalable application and system architectureWorking knowledge of:AI/ML systems integration and LLM-based architecturesData access patterns, pipelines, and governance considerationsAbility to translate platform capabilities into product implementation patternsStrong communication skills across engineering and leadership audiencesExperience driving architecture decisions across teams without direct authorityExperience aligning technical decisions with business and product prioritiesStrongly Preferred CompetenciesExperience with:API Management platforms (e.g., Azure APIM)Identity platforms (e.g., Auth0)Data platforms (data pipelines, analytics, or lakehouse architectures)AI/ML platforms, LLM APIs, or agent-based systemsExperience in multi-tenant SaaS architecture patternsFamiliarity with hybrid or multi-cloud environmentsExperience with data platform integration (data pipelines, analytics, or data services)Experience to modernization initiatives (legacy migration, platform adoption, integration standardization)Experience with architecture governance processes (ADRs, design reviews)Exposure to AI-driven product capabilities (assistants, recommendations, automation)Other RequirementsStrong ownership mindset with focus on outcomes and continuous improvementAbility to operate across product, platform, and AI domains in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work cross-functionally in a distributed team environmentPlease note that this role requires a satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Public Safety Verification. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Fortive Corporation OverviewFortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.About AccruentPersonal development and becoming the best you is all about growth and exploring new skills and opportunities – both in and out of the office. At Accruent, we call this Grow Without Limits, and we’re proud to offer each of our employees the resources, coaching and support necessary to achieve Growth Without Limits in their personal and professional lives. Explore where the path takes you. Accruent is a leading provider of solutions for unifying the built environment —spanning real estate, physical and digital assets, and the integrated technology systems that connect and control them. Accruent continues to set new expectations for how organizations can use data to transform how they manage their facilities and assets. With U.S. headquarters in Austin, Texas, Accruent serves over 5,000 customers in a wide range of industries in more than 100 countries worldwide.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Bonus or EquityThis position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.Pay RangeThe salary range for this position (in local currency) is 137,200.00 - 229,100.00Department:Engineering