Senior Software Engineer

Locations:
Mayfield Heights, Ohio;
Mequon, Wisconsin;
Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll join our R&D team to design and develop innovative software solutions for Rockwell Automation's control systems. This role goes beyond programming—you’ll work with the full software development lifecycle, seeing the bigger system picture and contributing to products that drive customer success. You’ll prototype new functionality, build proof‑of‑concept applications, and collaborate in a team environment using modern engineering practices and technologies.

Along the way, you’ll gain exposure to industrial automation, remote monitoring, virtual design, simulation, and cloud computing. We’re looking for a creative, technical engineer who thrives in a dynamic setting with opportunities for growth and impact.

This role has a hybrid schedule at our Mayfield Heights, OH or Milwaukee, WI office and will report to the Manager, Software Engineering.

• Contribute to architectural and system design, balancing requirements, speed, cost, and reliability.
• Develop, document, and test code following established processes; debug and resolve issues across subsystems.
• Collaborate on integration efforts to deliver complete, high‑quality products.
• Participate in reviews of designs, code, test cases, and documentation.
• Maintain and enhance assigned software subsystems.
• Provide clear work estimates and status updates; communicate priorities effectively.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and share knowledge within the team.
• Explore new tools and standards; serve as a resource in areas of expertise.
• Lead small to mid‑sized teams or mentor peers as needed.
• Drive improvements in development practices and tools.
• Communicate design concepts clearly and learn complex control system principles.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment built on respect, openness, and teamwork.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Years of Relevant Work Experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a software product development environment.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge and utilization of engineering tools necessary for successful performance of the essential functions of this job description.
• Proven application in at least two of the following languages:
  Type Script/JavaScript, C++, C#, Python, Java, Rust.
• Proven application of data structures and algorithms.
• Proven application of object‑oriented designs.
• Knowledge of multithreading, concurrent systems, real‑time systems, industrial automation, and simulation systems.
• Experience with modern database technologies and query languages.
• Working knowledge of Rust programming language.
• Working knowledge of Dev Ops processes.
• Working knowledge of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure technology or related system.

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 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.
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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.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404‑7247.

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.