Join the New Product Development team as a senior software engineer focusing on embedded systems for Programmable Logic Controllers and Industrial PCs. You will design, develop, and maintain safety-critical software using C++ and Python, while also building automated tests and frameworks to support new features. Your day-to-day involves working in diverse hardware environments from commercial off-the-shelf to custom System on Chip architectures, collaborating with agile development teams, system architects, marketing, and management. You will lead detailed design of controller features, promote reliable test practices, and use modern continuous integration tools within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in embedded software development, knowledge of real-time operating systems, and familiarity with industrial protocols like Common Industrial Protocol (CIP).
Skills
C++
Python
Git
Jenkins
CppUnit
CI/CD
SAFe
Agile
IEC 61508
IEC 62443
Common Industrial Protocol (CIP)
Terraform
AWS
Kubernetes
What you'll do
Design and develop safety-critical embedded software for PLCs and IPCs.
Build and maintain test frameworks to support new and existing product features.
Lead high-level design of controller features, coordinating across agile development teams.
Construct testable requirements and implement automated test plans for reliable engineering practices.
Use continuous integration tools to promote efficient development processes globally.
What we're looking for
At least 5 years of software engineering experience with a focus on embedded systems.
Proficiency in C++ and Python for developing and testing embedded software.
Experience working in real-time embedded development environments.
Understanding of object-oriented analysis, design, and programming techniques.
Knowledge of continuous integration tools like Git and Jenkins.
Familiarity with safety and security standards such as IEC 61508 or IEC 62443.
Ability to work effectively in an Agile development setting using SAFe framework.
Market check
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$117,000–$205,500.
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Employer
About Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation, Inc. is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation.
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