Senior Software Systems Engineer – Hybrid & Security Lead

Allegion plc; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401K with company match

Job summary

Allegion plc in Indianapolis is seeking a Lead Software Systems Engineer to drive systems engineering for complex software products. You will own requirements management, backlog grooming, and cross‑functional collaboration with product management and test teams to ensure timely, quality delivery.

The role emphasizes secure SDLC practices, architectural oversight, and proactive risk management in a hybrid work environment at the Indianapolis office. 3 days onsite weekly are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering, computer science, or a related field (Required).
• 8-15+ years of experience in software systems, systems engineering, product ownership, or related roles (Required).
• Mastery of systems engineering over the development lifecycle of complex systems (Required).
• Experience in software architecture, design, development, and testing to deliver hardware–software integrated products (Required).
• Ability to negotiate and influence other teams without direct authority (Required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Required).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Software Systems Engineering competency for one or more software products and manage the development lifecycle.
• Own technical reviews and on‑time completion of deliverables; perform complex analyses and design, test, and debug software.
• Maintain a groomed backlog that aligns with business priorities and technical requirements.

Skills

Systems engineering

Software architecture

Requirements elicitation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field

Job description

Allegion plc in Indianapolis is seeking a Lead Software Systems Engineer to drive systems engineering for complex software products. You will own requirements management, backlog grooming, and cross‑functional collaboration with product management and test teams to ensure timely, quality delivery.

The role emphasizes secure SDLC practices, architectural oversight, and proactive risk management in a hybrid work environment at the Indianapolis office. 3 days onsite weekly are expected.