Lead Software Engineer — IoT, Firmware & Cloud Solutions

ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions

Nicholasville (KY)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions in Nicholasville, KY is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive development, integration, and support of software across internal and external partners. You will own acquired IP including lock firmware, Bluetooth, mobile apps, PCBA interfaces, and cloud platforms, ensuring alignment with product strategy and business goals.

You will collaborate with internal teams, remote IT resources, and external consultants to deliver scalable, secure connected‑product solutions

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience will be considered.
Seven (7) or more years of professional software engineering experience.
Demonstrated experience leading technical projects, software teams, or cross‑functional development initiatives.
Strong understanding of Agile and Scrum development methodologies.
Experience working with distributed teams, external partners, and third‑party development resources.

Responsibilities

Lead and actively contribute to software development projects from concept through implementation and ongoing support.
Assume ownership, integration, maintenance, and evolution of acquired lock‑related intellectual property.
Serve as the technical subject matter expert across firmware, mobile applications, Bluetooth communications, PCBA software interfaces, and cloud‑based platforms.
Provide technical leadership while remaining actively involved in architecture, design, coding, testing, and troubleshooting.
Architect and implement scalable SaaS and connected‑device solutions.
Drive software design decisions that support product performance, reliability, maintainability, and future growth.
Coordinate work across internal teams, remote engineering resources, external consultants, contractors, and technology partners.
Collaborate closely with software, electrical, mechanical, quality, and product management teams.
Facilitate effective communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
Oversee and contribute to the design, development, and integration of: Front‑end and back‑end applications; Mobile applications (iOS and Android); Hardware/software interfaces; Bluetooth and BLE communications; Cloud‑based software platforms; Database architecture and management; APIs and software integrations;
Lead Agile development practices, including sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and release management.
Establish and enforce software development best practices, coding standards, and quality processes.
Conduct code reviews and mentor team members to promote technical excellence.
Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and project schedules.
Ensure software products meet performance, reliability, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements.
Support vulnerability assessments, penetration testing efforts, and continuous security improvement initiatives.