Senior Manager, Firmware & Software Development

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Position Summary:

Join us as Senior Manager, Firmware/Software Development: You will lead a team in developing world-class variable frequency drive solutions that push the boundaries of innovation and expand human possibilities. You will have opportunities to influence secure product architecture and embedded cybersecurity for global OT systems.

You will report into the Campus Manager of Rockwell Automation's global headquarters for variable frequency drive development.

Your Responsibilities:

You will lead teams in three different areas: Firmware, Software, and DevSecOps.

Firmware Development

• Deliver motor control solutions using Matlab/Simulink.
• Oversee system firmware development in C/C++.
• Implement security measures aligned with IEC 62443.
• Ensure compliance to functional safety standard IEC 61508.
• Promote process discipline across development cycles.

Software Engineering

• Lead development of desktop applications using C#.
• Guide web application design using Angular and .NET.
• Champion edge and cloud integration for scalable solutions.
• Oversee mobile app development with Xamarin and MAUI.
• Maintain security standards per IEC 62443.
• Foster excellent UX design practices using tools like Figma.

DevSecOps Leadership

• Manage CI/CD pipelines for GitHub and Azure.
• Enforce secure development practices following IEC 62443.
• Ensure robust infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and disaster recovery readiness.

Soft Skills:

• Manage annual budgets to support organizational goals.
• Foster accountability within the team and providing guidance when needed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and cultivate a culture that challenges the status quo.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Create an inclusive and collaborative environment where team members feel valued and have a high sense of belonging.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required- we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, not now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Ability to travel, including internationally, up to 10% of time.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Typically requires 8+ years of relevant leadership experience leading teams within a matrixed organization.
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Prior experience in either software or firmware development.
• Knowledge in Industrial Automation

What We Offer:

• Health, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. 

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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.