Rockwell Automation · 13 hours ago
Researcher – Software and Operating Systems
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expRockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on enhancing manufacturing productivity and sustainability. They are seeking a software researcher to contribute to software-related research projects that address technology needs, particularly in industrial communications software stacks and operating systems.
HardwareIndustrial AutomationSales AutomationSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Research new technologies and software platforms related to industrial automation
Perform literature reviews, hands-on prototyping, experimentation, demonstration, and documentation (typically in internal reports, but occasionally in journals)
Collaborate with external vendors, research partners, and standards development organizations
Identify new intellectual property
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
We require legal authorization to work in the US. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Experience creating detailed technical documentation
Understanding of operating systems (real-time and POSIX-based), drivers, and communication stacks
Understanding of Ethernet- and serial-based communications, as well as OSI layer 2 and above communications protocols
Enjoy solving diverse engineering problems that require diverse expertise
Initiative to seek answers independently
Enjoy learning new things
Preferred
Advanced degree (Master's or above) in the following: Computer Science or Computer Engineering, Information Technology or an AI-related field, Mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or Engineering Physics, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics
8+ years of experience in a research or technology development environment
Expert in one or more programming languages, including proficiency with C/C++, with deep understanding of POSIX operating systems
Excellent written and spoken technical English
Project management skills
Experience with one of these: Developer of software related to functional safety (according to IEC 61508), Architect of real-time communications software stacks for RTOS or POSIX systems, Creator of containerized AI/ML workloads, Hands-on with robotics in a laboratory setting or in the field
Benefits
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.
Company
Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation specializes in industrial automation and information, makes its customers more productive.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
2025-05-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-07-12Grant
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Blake Moret
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Christian Rothe
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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