Software Engineer - C++

Software Engineer position at Rockwell Automation focused on building and validating FactoryTalk Optix, an HMI visualization platform used to control production processes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to feature requirements and documentation so the information needed for development and test cases is captured clearly
• Implement software features and enhancements aligned to established designs and requirements
• Write and maintain code and technical documentation to support maintainability and effective collaboration
• Develop and run unit tests; report, analyze, debug, and resolve software issues with guidance when needed
• Participate in reviews for documents, designs, code, test cases, and user documentation
• Plan, develop, and execute test cases and automated tests to support functional test coverage
• Verify that documented test cases and specifications validate the documented software requirements
• Perform product testing, document findings, and follow up on issues identified during testing
• Investigate the origin and cause of software anomalies with support from the team
• Contribute ideas to improve software development practices, development tooling, and test automation
• Learn and apply relevant technologies and standards to address engineering challenges
• Communicate technical concepts clearly through verbal and written updates
• Build familiarity with industrial control system concepts and how they apply to FactoryTalk Optix

What you will work on

• FactoryTalk Optix HMI software for designing applications that control production processes in a variety of environments
• Deployment targets include OptixPanels, ASEM 6300 industrial computers, and user-provided machines running Optix Runtime Tools on Windows or Linux
• Subsystem implementation, testing, and maintenance while developing skills with support from more experienced engineers
• Software development lifecycle collaboration with local and global teams, including testing, troubleshooting, and documentation
• Working practices aligned to Agile/SCRUM and SAFe
• Reporting to a Software Engineering Manager

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required

Technologies

• C++, C#, TypeScript, Qt
• .NET, React
• Kubernetes, Helm, Docker
• MariaDB
• GitHub Actions
• Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code
• Linux, WSL
• FactoryTalk Optix, OptixPanels, ASEM 6300, Optix Runtime Tools

Benefits

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule with scheduling flexibility coordinated with your manager

Preferred (may also have)

• Typically requires 2 years of relevant technical experience
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience in a software product development environment
• Working knowledge of C++, C#, or TypeScript
• Familiarity with Qt, .NET, or React frameworks
• Experience creating, configuring, and managing container infrastructure (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker)
• Experience with MariaDB including database schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning
• Experience using AI models for design, debugging, and implementation
• Experience creating or updating GitHub Actions
• Experience with Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code IDEs
• Experience documenting and reviewing designs
• Familiarity with Linux/WSL

Location: Milwaukee, WI (hybrid)