Principal Embedded Software Engineer at Otis Elevator Co. in Bloomfield, CT | USD140,000-180,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

tool implementation

coding standards

cybersecurity integration

automated testing

software roadmap

obsolescence strategy

Research, evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to improve the code modularity and reduce technical debt while significantly improving time to market of high-quality software.
Lead critical troubleshooting efforts for high value customers with legacy controllers and custom solutions.
Establish and enforce coding standards and promote code reviews to deliver high cohesion software and nurture technical talent within the team.
Serve as the primary technical lead for the implementation of the next gen elevator product, focusing on an end-to-end solution that captures costs and impacts across various functions.
Leverage software obsolescence strategy to build a roadmap which addresses the immediate needs of new equipment and modernization customers while reducing overhead costs associated with legacy software and driving opportunities for our upgrade business.
Lead integration of cybersecurity features and standard practices into Otis products, improving the security of our embedded software and hardening our products against new risks as Otis transitions to network-based products with Otis ONE.
Participate in project planning, estimation and resource planning for complex tasks involving cross-functional teams, while supporting professional growth of team members through coaching and training.
Define the roadmap for embedded software, field and factory tools; guide architectural decisions and lead the execution of best practices for Otis software globally.
Understand and translate business requirements into technical implementation.
Adopt automated controller software testing to improve the overall release cycle of software baselines by reducing time impact for regression testing and system level integration testing. Incorporate industry wide standards like CI/CD pipelines, automated system integration testing to strengthen the reliability of controller software.
Develop scalable upgrade solutions that mitigate obsolescence challenges and deliver value to our customers without requiring complete system overhaul / modernization.
Partner with field customers to improve UI/UX, increasing first time fix rates and average troubleshooting time through improved controller software design.
Provide strategic direction for global embedded software architecture, bringing advanced features, tools and functions from NAA market to global products (CPMI, OEO, Command App, SIMware, MSIM, Merlin suite).

Requirements

vb.net

cmake

embedded c++

rtos

arm

git

Ability to communicate across multiple disciplines, from executive level to functional experts in systems, hardware, validation/reliability, field, supply chain and manufacturing
Able to understand hardware design and schematics, including electrical 1-line and 3-line at high level
Strong VB.NET or VC# experience for designing of UI/UX simulator tools
Familiarity with build systems (Make, CMake, etc.)
Requires advanced knowledge of software engineering, typically obtained through a combination of advanced education and experience.
Experience with multi-threaded application and strong real time debugging experience with advanced tools like emulators, logic serial analyzers, remote debugging, scopes, serial line analyzer, JTAG/BDM and CANalyzer
Proven expertise in all aspects of product development process
BS or BA in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field with a minimum of 15 years of experience.
Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally
Experience leading multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, leveraging engineering teams in a matrix environment as well as directly managing external contractors
Thorough understanding of embedded systems development and experience with real time operating system (RTOS)
Alternatively, a master’s degree in software engineering with a minimum of 12 years of experience.
Working experience with software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Event-Driven, etc.)
Experience with Java
Strong embedded C/C++ development experience
Experience with defect tracking software such as JIRA, Bugzilla
Experience on ColdFire and ARM 32 bit microcontrollers
Experience with network protocols like TCP/IP, UDP, Multicast and practical experience with network profiling tools like Wireshark
Hands-on development experience with CAN, RS232, RS422, RS485, SPI, I2C, Timers, EEPROM and Flash Driver interfaces
Experience with Kernel/Driver development and experience with system and application debugging
Able to work in elevator hoist ways and machine rooms as needed
Experience with source version control systems (Git, Subversion, Atlassian tools)

Benefits

Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays
We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

otis does not support sponsorship (e.g., h‑1b or tn) for this position.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1853 Founded

Year of Establishment

Operates as a leader in vertical transportation solutions.

Pioneered the first passenger elevator, revolutionizing urban transportation.
Serves a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Their work can be seen in iconic structures like the Burj Khalifa.
Focuses on safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban spaces.
Advanced smart elevator systems enhance user experience and energy efficiency.

Culture + Values

We put people at the center of everything we do.
We are reliable, smart and focused on the future.
We are creating a more personal, connected world.
We roll up our sleeves to get it done.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Aims to cut Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by half by 2030.

100% Certification

Zero-Waste Goal

Seeks to achieve zero-waste-to-landfill certification for all factories by 2025.

30% CO₂ Reduction

Emissions Achievement

Factories have reduced CO₂ emissions by more than 30% since 2015.

6.62M lbs Recycled

Waste Diversion

Florence, SC factory recycled over 6.6 million pounds of sheet metal in a year.

Achieve carbon neutrality for factory electricity by 2030.
Complete ISO 14001 certification for all factories by 2025.
Spanish plants: San Sebastián factory LEED Platinum and 100% renewable energy; Vigo plant solar panels reducing electricity use ~30%, cutting ~44 metric tons CO₂/year.
Science‑Based Targets initiative–approved goals: reduce absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2033 (2021 base year); reduce Scope 3 emissions 33% by 2033.

Inclusion & Diversity

34% Women Executives

Women in Leadership

34 percent of the company’s executives identify as women, reflecting gender diversity at the executive level.

26% Diverse Executives

Ethnic/Racial Diversity

26 percent of U.S.-based executives are ethnically or racially diverse, contributing to broader representation.

56% Diverse Board

Diverse Representation

Over half of the Board members are women, ethnically diverse, or both.

100% Gender Parity

Gender Parity Target

Aiming for equal gender representation in executive ranks by 2030.

Employee Resource Groups support colleagues in field operations, Black/African American communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others.
A six-point framework guides initiatives in anti-racism, bias education, STEM pipeline development, mental health support, and social justice.

Articles

Careers at Otis

Innovation

Sustainability

Role

Description

tool implementation

coding standards

cybersecurity integration

automated testing

software roadmap

obsolescence strategy

Research, evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to improve the code modularity and reduce technical debt while significantly improving time to market of high-quality software.
Lead critical troubleshooting efforts for high value customers with legacy controllers and custom solutions.
Establish and enforce coding standards and promote code reviews to deliver high cohesion software and nurture technical talent within the team.
Serve as the primary technical lead for the implementation of the next gen elevator product, focusing on an end-to-end solution that captures costs and impacts across various functions.
Leverage software obsolescence strategy to build a roadmap which addresses the immediate needs of new equipment and modernization customers while reducing overhead costs associated with legacy software and driving opportunities for our upgrade business.
Lead integration of cybersecurity features and standard practices into Otis products, improving the security of our embedded software and hardening our products against new risks as Otis transitions to network-based products with Otis ONE.
Participate in project planning, estimation and resource planning for complex tasks involving cross-functional teams, while supporting professional growth of team members through coaching and training.
Define the roadmap for embedded software, field and factory tools; guide architectural decisions and lead the execution of best practices for Otis software globally.
Understand and translate business requirements into technical implementation.
Adopt automated controller software testing to improve the overall release cycle of software baselines by reducing time impact for regression testing and system level integration testing. Incorporate industry wide standards like CI/CD pipelines, automated system integration testing to strengthen the reliability of controller software.
Develop scalable upgrade solutions that mitigate obsolescence challenges and deliver value to our customers without requiring complete system overhaul / modernization.
Partner with field customers to improve UI/UX, increasing first time fix rates and average troubleshooting time through improved controller software design.
Provide strategic direction for global embedded software architecture, bringing advanced features, tools and functions from NAA market to global products (CPMI, OEO, Command App, SIMware, MSIM, Merlin suite).

Requirements

vb.net

cmake

embedded c++

rtos

arm

git

Ability to communicate across multiple disciplines, from executive level to functional experts in systems, hardware, validation/reliability, field, supply chain and manufacturing
Able to understand hardware design and schematics, including electrical 1-line and 3-line at high level
Strong VB.NET or VC# experience for designing of UI/UX simulator tools
Familiarity with build systems (Make, CMake, etc.)
Requires advanced knowledge of software engineering, typically obtained through a combination of advanced education and experience.
Experience with multi-threaded application and strong real time debugging experience with advanced tools like emulators, logic serial analyzers, remote debugging, scopes, serial line analyzer, JTAG/BDM and CANalyzer
Proven expertise in all aspects of product development process
BS or BA in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field with a minimum of 15 years of experience.
Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally
Experience leading multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, leveraging engineering teams in a matrix environment as well as directly managing external contractors
Thorough understanding of embedded systems development and experience with real time operating system (RTOS)
Alternatively, a master’s degree in software engineering with a minimum of 12 years of experience.
Working experience with software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Event-Driven, etc.)
Experience with Java
Strong embedded C/C++ development experience
Experience with defect tracking software such as JIRA, Bugzilla
Experience on ColdFire and ARM 32 bit microcontrollers
Experience with network protocols like TCP/IP, UDP, Multicast and practical experience with network profiling tools like Wireshark
Hands-on development experience with CAN, RS232, RS422, RS485, SPI, I2C, Timers, EEPROM and Flash Driver interfaces
Experience with Kernel/Driver development and experience with system and application debugging
Able to work in elevator hoist ways and machine rooms as needed
Experience with source version control systems (Git, Subversion, Atlassian tools)

Benefits

Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays
We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

otis does not support sponsorship (e.g., h‑1b or tn) for this position.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1853 Founded

Year of Establishment

Operates as a leader in vertical transportation solutions.

Pioneered the first passenger elevator, revolutionizing urban transportation.
Serves a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Their work can be seen in iconic structures like the Burj Khalifa.
Focuses on safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban spaces.
Advanced smart elevator systems enhance user experience and energy efficiency.

Culture + Values

We put people at the center of everything we do.
We are reliable, smart and focused on the future.
We are creating a more personal, connected world.
We roll up our sleeves to get it done.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Aims to cut Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by half by 2030.

100% Certification

Zero-Waste Goal

Seeks to achieve zero-waste-to-landfill certification for all factories by 2025.

30% CO₂ Reduction

Emissions Achievement

Factories have reduced CO₂ emissions by more than 30% since 2015.

6.62M lbs Recycled

Waste Diversion

Florence, SC factory recycled over 6.6 million pounds of sheet metal in a year.

Achieve carbon neutrality for factory electricity by 2030.
Complete ISO 14001 certification for all factories by 2025.
Spanish plants: San Sebastián factory LEED Platinum and 100% renewable energy; Vigo plant solar panels reducing electricity use ~30%, cutting ~44 metric tons CO₂/year.
Science‑Based Targets initiative–approved goals: reduce absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2033 (2021 base year); reduce Scope 3 emissions 33% by 2033.

Inclusion & Diversity

34% Women Executives

Women in Leadership

34 percent of the company’s executives identify as women, reflecting gender diversity at the executive level.

26% Diverse Executives

Ethnic/Racial Diversity

26 percent of U.S.-based executives are ethnically or racially diverse, contributing to broader representation.

56% Diverse Board

Diverse Representation

Over half of the Board members are women, ethnically diverse, or both.

100% Gender Parity

Gender Parity Target

Aiming for equal gender representation in executive ranks by 2030.

Employee Resource Groups support colleagues in field operations, Black/African American communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others.
A six-point framework guides initiatives in anti-racism, bias education, STEM pipeline development, mental health support, and social justice.

Articles

Careers at Otis

Innovation

Sustainability