System Architect

Overview

As Lighting System Architect you will design and validate integrated lighting architectures within the GEWISS LightZone ecosystem. You collaborate with Sales and end users to translate needs into scalable, interoperable solutions crossing lighting, controls, IoT and digital services. You will shape reference architectures for priority markets and guide complex projects from specification to execution. This role offers the chance to influence product development and drive cross-functional implementation at scale.

Retribuzione / Benefits continuous training and career opportunities

autonomy and responsibility

equal opportunities

multimedia training content

dynamic environment

opportunity to work on innovative projects

Responsabilità Develop end-to-end lighting system architectures for complex projects

Define control philosophies, layouts, integration logic and technical requirements

Create scalable reference architectures and blueprints for priority markets

Ensure interoperability among lighting, controls, IoT devices, sensors and third-party systems

Validate feasibility, scalability, performance and reliability of solutions

Support Sales and Account teams in strategic opportunities

Lead technical discovery workshops and translate customer needs into architectures

Prepare system diagrams, architecture narratives and solution documentation

Support value engineering while maintaining quality and compliance

Assist in tender reviews, risk assessment and solution documentation

Contribute to market feedback and development of new digital services and vertical packages

Promote best practices in interoperability and system thinking across the organization

Requisiti fondamentali Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant engineering disciplines

Proficient in English; Italian/French/Spanish/German a plus

Minimum 7 years in professional lighting, lighting controls, smart buildings or IoT systems

Experience in customer-facing technical roles supporting complex solution sales or strategic projects

Experience with consultants, municipalities, infrastructure operators, developers and end users

International project exposure; multi-brand or multi-technology integration is a plus

Customer-centric and consultative mindset

Strong communication and executive-level presentation skills

Systems thinking and ability to manage complexity

Lighting & controls: professional lighting, indoor/outdoor lighting, sports and emergency lighting, DALI/D4i, DMX, wireless controls

Systems & integration: KNX, BACnet, Modbus, MQTT, BMS and smart building integration, API-based data flows

Digital & connectivity: IoT platforms, cloud/edge architectures, energy monitoring and data analytics