Director Software Architecture

Job Description

As a Director Software Architect here at Honeywell, you will lead the end-to-end architectural execution across a high-velocity, AI-forward technology organization. You will own the full lifecycle from solution design through disciplined release delivery while maintaining an unrelenting focus on engineering excellence and customer outcomes.

You will report directly to our Chief Technology Officer and you’ll work out of our Hamilton, NJ location.

In this role, you will impact the organization’s innovation agenda across Software platforms and multi-cloud collaboration agent technologies, establishing architectural standards and governance that scale without sacrificing speed. You will maintain deep, strategic relationships with key cloud partners — including AWS, Salesforce, and Informatica — ensuring the organization continuously benefits from cutting-edge platform advancements.

The Director also serves as a senior technology leader and external ambassador—representing the organization at industry conferences, seminars, and public speaking engagements—while working in close partnership with commercial teams to ensure architectural investments translate directly into customer value and competitive advantage.

At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive end-to-end architectural execution from solution design through release delivery with a focus on engineering excellence and customer outcomes.
• Lead innovation across multi-cloud Software platforms and collaboration technologies, establishing scalable architectural standards and governance.
• Maintain strategic partnerships with key cloud providers such as AWS, Salesforce, and Informatica to leverage emerging technologies and platform advancements.

Qualifications

US PERSON REQUREMENTS

• Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person which is defined as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status In the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
• 10 years of professional experience leading architecture and engineering teams in multi-cloud platform environments.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms including AWS, Salesforce, and Informatica, with proven ability to establish architectural standards and governance.
• Expertise in designing scalable, high-performance Software Solutions and multi-cloud collaboration technologies, with a deep understanding of platform capabilities and integration strategies.
• Proficiency with cloud architecture frameworks, AI/ML technologies, and software development lifecycle management tools.

WE VALUE

• Advanced degrees such as a Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience in strategic technology partnerships and external representation at industry conferences and seminars.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive innovation, mentor teams, and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Knowledge of emerging AI/ML trends, cloud-native architectures, and agile development methodologies.
• Experience working closely with commercial teams to align architectural investments with customer value and competitive advantage.

The annual base salary range for this position is $216,000 - $270,000. This position is incentive plan eligible. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Us

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.