Staff Engineer – Embedded Software Development Lead

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About the role

The Staff Engineer – Embedded Software Development Lead will drive the architecture, design, and delivery of embedded application software for Linux-based HVAC controller platforms, with a focus on the Next Gen chiller controller. This role requires deep expertise in complex embedded application development, strong technical leadership across programs, and a platform-oriented approach to scalable and reusable software solutions. The individual will lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable, and production-ready controls software across multiple product lines.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of embedded application software using C/C++ on Linux-based controller platforms

• Own end-to-end delivery of controls application software for the next Gen Chiller Controller development and related HVAC platforms

• Define and drive software architecture and platform strategy, ensuring scalability, modularity, and reuse across programs

• Translate system requirements (SSRD/SRS) into robust, production-grade software designs and implementations

• Provide technical leadership across complex programs, ensuring alignment across software, controls, systems, and hardware teams

• Drive design reviews, code reviews, and technical governance to ensure high-quality software delivery

• Lead system-level debugging, root cause analysis, and resolution of critical issues across lab, factory, and field environments

• Establish and enforce software development best practices, including coding standards, testing strategies, and CI/CD workflows

• Collaborate with product management and systems teams to align software capabilities with product roadmaps and customer requirements

• Drive platform standardization and reuse, reducing duplication across product variants and programs

• Mentor and guide engineers, supporting capability building and technical excellence within the team

• Support program planning, estimation, and risk management for software deliverables across multiple concurrent programs

• Ensure smooth integration with factory, field operations, and service teams for production readiness and issue resolution

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. 

• 8+ years of experience in embedded software development, with strong focus on Linux-based systems

• 5+ years of experience in C/C++ application development for embedded controllers

• 5+ years of experience leading complex embedded software programs and teams

• 5+ years of experience in system-level debugging and integration across hardware and software layers

• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the USA. No visa sponsoring available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering.

• Experience in HVAC systems, industrial controls, or similar equipment domains

• Strong background in controls application development for real-time or near real-time systems

• Experience with platform-based development approaches and multi-product reuse strategies

• Familiarity with communication protocols, device interfaces, and controller-to-system integrations

• Experience with CI/CD tools and build systems (e.g., Git, CMake, Docker, SonarQube)

• Exposure to model-based design or controls algorithms integration (good to have)

• Experience supporting factory validation, field trials, and production deployments

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $96,000.00 - $192,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation

This position is entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives

• Retirement Benefits

• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation

• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability

• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account

• Tuition Assistance

To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier 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, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3  days from Job Posting Date: 14 May 2026

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