Senior Staff Software Developer (Embedded/Firmware) - Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

At Emerson, our passion is creating the innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

We are looking for innovative individuals who love solving problems and are committed to developing themselves and learning new skills. Based in our Austin, Texas Texas location, you will be welcomed into a diverse community and work as a member of one of the cross-functional agile teams responsible for the development of the DeltaV Process Control System.  DeltaV is the state of the art, flagship distributed process control system used by many of the top companies in chemical, life sciences and energy industries. It consists of a variety of rich desktop and web applications used for engineering and operating a process control system, plus real-time embedded firmware in controllers and field devices directly controlling the process.  Successful applicants would be expected to enhance and maintain existing products as well as develop the next generation DeltaV control system. Come join us!

Flexible Work Schedule – Remote Work Option
This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to three days a week. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL: 

• Collaborate – Foster a creative atmosphere, review and provide detailed feedback on peers’ test plans and test designs and participate in agile activities like sprint planning and retrospectives. Take part in Hackathons, Tech-talks, and Communities of Practice with like-minded people.
• Innovate – Develop technologies to maintain our market leadership using the latest tools and frameworks. Write software tests in accordance with requirements and specifications and use standard methodologies to build in high-quality. Help debug and validate software issues on the latest and greatest unreleased products as well as those encountered by customers.
• Automate – Write automated unit tests and system level tests to continue building our automation pipeline and a release-ready product.
• Iterate - Help the scrum team continuously improve its environment and processes.

WHO YOU ARE: You stay on top of new technologies and look for ways to apply it. You take time to ask questions and define the problem. You make learning a priority and a goal. You engage in collaborative planning and constantly look to improve your team and deliver results.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED: 

• 7+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Chemical Engineering or related engineering degree OR
• 6+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Chemical Engineering or related engineering degree 
• Experience in the development of embedded real-time firmware/software in C/C++
• Experience with commercial real-time embedded operating systems (QNX, Linux or similar)
• Experience using object-oriented design techniques
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART: 

• Experience working in an Agile Scrum Team
• Experience architecting and designing embedded real-time applications
• Experience with low level microprocessor programming including PowerPC and Arm processors
• Experience with Visual Studio, Eclipse-based IDE, Windows System Programming, Virtualization (Hyper-V, VMware) and GIT.
• Knowledge and experience working in the process control industry
• Knowledge and experience working with industrial safety products

OUR OFFER TO YOU: 

Flexible Work Schedule - Remote Work Option:

This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to three days a week. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and efficiency as we serve the needs of our customers. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.  Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.  Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives.  We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership.  We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training. 

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