Senior Associate Software Developer

Otis Elevator Company India Ltd; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Otis Elevator Company India Ltd in Mumbai seeks a Sr Associate Software Developer to lead the delivery of business-critical software across multiple projects. This role blends engineering leadership with vendor coordination and strategic delivery.

You will mentor teams, ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive best practices in SDLC and Agile within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, application development, or technology delivery roles.
• 3+ years of experience leading software engineering teams and/or managing external development vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Manage the successful delivery of multiple software development and application enhancement projects.
• Coordinate activities across internal teams and external development vendors to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Establish project plans, monitor progress, and proactively manage risks, dependencies, and issues.
• Review technical designs and solution approaches to ensure scalability, security, reliability, and maintainability.

Skills

SDLC

Agile

Leadership

Vendor management

Project delivery

APIs

Databases

Cloud platforms

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

APIs

Databases

Cloud platforms

Job description

Sr Associate Software Developer

Sr Assoc, Software Dev | Date Posted: 2026-07-09 | Country: India | Location: Head Office 9th Floor, Magnus Tower, Mindspace, Link Road, Malad (West), MUMBAI-400064, India | Experience Level: Senior Level

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead the delivery of business-critical software solutions across multiple projects and applications. This role combines engineering leadership, vendor management, project delivery, and business partnership to ensure technology initiatives are delivered successfully and aligned with organizational goals. You will work closely with business stakeholders, internal technology teams, and external development partners to drive innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to influence technology strategy while building and mentoring high-performing teams.

On a Typical Day

You Will Lead and develop a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Manage the successful delivery of multiple software development and application enhancement projects. Partner with business stakeholders to understand priorities, define requirements, and translate business needs into effective technology solutions. Coordinate activities across internal teams and external development vendors to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Establish project plans, monitor progress, and proactively manage risks, dependencies, and issues. Review technical designs and solution approaches to ensure scalability, security, reliability, and maintainability. Facilitate project reviews, planning sessions, and stakeholder meetings to support informed decision-making. Oversee testing, deployment, and production support activities to ensure successful solution delivery. Monitor vendor performance, service levels, and delivery commitments to maximize business value. Drive adoption of engineering best practices, delivery standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.


• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, application development, or technology delivery roles.


• 3+ years of experience leading software engineering teams and/or managing external development vendors.


• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and modern software delivery practices.


• Experience managing multiple projects and collaborating with business stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.


• Working knowledge of application development technologies, APIs, databases, cloud platforms, and enterprise integrations.


• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.


• Experience managing project budgets, vendor contracts, and delivery performance metrics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise business applications and system integrations.


• Experience working with global teams across multiple regions and time zones.


• PMP, Agile, Scrum, or equivalent project management certification.

Why Join Us

Lead high-impact technology initiatives that support digital transformation and business growth. Work with global teams, business leaders, and technology partners on strategic projects. Influence engineering practices, delivery standards, and technology direction. Access professional development, leadership opportunities, and continuous learning programs. Enjoy the flexibility of a remote-first role while contributing to enterprise-scale solutions.

If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

About Otis

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio. You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company. When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge. We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs. Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here . Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.

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