At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.
Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.
Advanced Development LeaderBangalore, INDIA
Job Description:Allegion is seeking an Advanced Development Leader to lead advanced technology exploration and transition activities that accelerate product innovation across electromechanical and electronic solutions. This role combines technical leadership, R&D program management, and cross‑functional collaboration to identify, validate and mature new technologies from concept through pilot and hand‑off to product teams. The Advanced Development Leader will shape the technology roadmap, manage internal and external partnerships, and ensure development efforts align to business goals and regulatory requirements.
What You Will Do:- Define and execute the technology development roadmap aligned to business strategy and product roadmaps; prioritize projects that deliver differentiated customer value and competitive advantage.
- Lead ideation, feasibility studies, prototyping, pilot programs and technology demonstrations across electrical, embedded, IoT, sensing, and related domains.
- Manage and lead a small cross‑functional technology team (firmware/electrical/mechanical resources) and coordinate with Global Advanced Development teams, Engineering teams and partners.
- Establish and implement design controls and reproducible validation methods for technology readiness assessments.
- Drive technology transfer activities—create handover plans, documentation, test protocols and technology readiness criteria to transition validated technologies to product development teams.
- Build and manage external partnerships with suppliers, universities, contract research organizations and startups; negotiate scopes, IP terms and budgets.
- Oversee technical risks, IP strategy (patent disclosure, freedom‑to‑operate), and compliance considerations for new technologies.
- Prepare and present business cases, technical reviews and recommendation reports to senior leadership for investment decisions.
- Provide portfolio dashboards and metrics; Track metrics and ROI for technology initiatives; continuously refine processes to improve throughput and impact.
- Mentor and develop technical staff; cultivate a culture of experimentation, disciplined validation and data‑driven decision making.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Typically, 10+ years of engineering experience with 4+ years in R&D, technology development or advanced engineering roles; experience managing small teams or programs.
- Proven track record of leading technology projects from concept through prototype/pilot and successful hand‑off to product development.
- Broad technical fluency across electronics, embedded firmware, sensors and connectivity (Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, cellular, BLE, etc.).
- Strong experience with verification and experimental design.
- Demonstrated ability to create technical roadmaps, build business cases, and communicate technical concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Experience managing external collaborations and suppliers, including negotiating technical scope and IP terms.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to work across distributed and cross‑functional teams.
- Ability to balance multiple research projects and priorities simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in security, access control, smart locks, building hardware or related industries.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards and certifications (UL, FCC, CE, etc.).
- Experience with requirements management, test management and data analysis tools.
- Formal training in project management (PMP), Agile or Six Sigma.
- Experience working with Global R&D, Technology Partners and supply chains
Core Competencies
- Strategic and technical vision for innovation
- Experimentation mindset and rigorous validation discipline
- Cross‑functional influence and stakeholder management
- Program planning and resource prioritization
- IP awareness and risk management
- Talent development and coaching
Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
- 10+ years of engineering experience, including 4+ years in R&D, technology development, or advanced engineering
- Experience managing small teams or programs
- Experience leading technology projects from concept through prototype or pilot and handoff to product development
- Technical fluency across electronics, embedded firmware, sensors, and connectivity technologies
- Experience with verification and experimental design
- Ability to create technical roadmaps, develop business cases, and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience managing external collaborations and suppliers, including technical scope and IP term negotiations
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, cross-functional collaboration, and prioritization skills
- Master's degree
- Experience in security, access control, smart locks, building hardware, or related industries
- Familiarity with UL, FCC, CE, and related regulatory standards and certifications
- Experience with requirements management, test management, and data analysis tools
- Formal training or certification in project management, PMP, Agile, or Six Sigma
- Experience working with global R&D teams, technology partners, and supply chains
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What We Do
Allegion (NYSE: ALLE) is a global pioneer in seamless access, with leading brands like CISA®, Interflex®, LCN®, Schlage®, SimonsVoss® and Von Duprin®. Focusing on security around the door and adjacent areas, Allegion secures people and assets with a range of solutions for homes, businesses, schools and institutions. Allegion had $2.7 billion in revenue in 2020, and its security products are sold around the world. While Allegion is a new name in the security industry, we are not new. For over a century, we have kept people safe and secure with category leading products. From inventing the “panic release bar” exit device in 1908 to pioneering the first-ever electric-controlled lock, our brands have been innovators for almost as long as people have locked doors. Their entrepreneurial spirit is at the core of who we are. As an independent Allegion, we are able to unlock our company’s true potential. By tapping into that entrepreneurial spirit that has made us the leader in mechanical security, we will continue to drive forward and integrate tomorrow’s electronic solutions into everything we do. Our long history of expertise in the commercial industry enables us to have better quality, stronger, and safer products for our residential customers. Together, with the power and passion of our global employees, we will realize Allegion’s full potential as we continue to be a leader in the global safety and security industry.
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