Principal Software Engineer
San Jose, CA - USA
Job Summary
At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll be empowered to lead supported to grow and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Global Software R&D ManagerIn this role you will have the opportunity to initiate and drive technology software product and/or solution development using in-depth technical expertise in a specific area. Each day you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development (R&D) for in-depth product or technology-related issues. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting strategic corporate technology management and future product/software/solution architecture.
The work model for the role is: onsite/hybrid/remote
This role is contributing to the Robotics in US . Main stakeholders are Industries Business.
Key Responsibilities:
Cloud architecture technology integration integrating various systems and modules. Also becoming the point of contact for new feature enhancements.
Investing efforts into expanding competence portfolio beyond the area of specialization assimilating developments in complementary technologies tools and methodologies and integrating learnings into daily activities.
Managing major technology/engineering projects/product platforms of substantial impact to your organization.
Anticipating and proactively proposing actions to mitigate possible quality problems in R&D projects.
Monitoring and working to secure and develop Intellectual Property (IP) within and beyond your area of expertise/projects based on a good understanding of IP strategies and competitors patents in relevant ABB domains.
Qualifications:
Degree in Computer Science Robotics Electrical Engineering or related field.
10 years of experience in software engineering with strong focus on systems architecture edge AI or robotics platforms. Sound knowledge of cybersecurity.
Highly skilled in C Python distributed systems edge computing AI/ML pipelines and real-time system design and the industrial robotics and machine vision market. Azure experience preferred.
(OPTIONAL: working as Principal/Staff Engineer Tech Lead or Hands-on Architect with edge devices AI vision systems or industrial automation platforms).
Possess an enhanced knowledge of Linux systems containerization (Docker) messaging protocols (MQTT/ZeroMQ/ROS2) cloud-edge integration and AI inference frameworks.
You are passionate about building scalable reliable systems and solving complex cross-domain problems involving perception decision and actuation.
You are at ease communicating in English (technical and stakeholder communication).
You hold current work authorization to work in the United States where required.
We empower you to take the lead share bold ideas and shape real outcomes. Youll grow through hands-on experience mentorship and learning that fits your goals. Here your work doesnt just matter it moves things forward
Whats in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to workyour ideas your energy your ambition. Youll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills shape your path and take on challenges that matter. Here your work creates impact you can see and feel every day.
More About Us
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity gender expression sexual orientation) marital status citizenship age race and ethnicity inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles color religious creed national origin pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
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ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
excludes ABB E-mobility Athens union Puerto Rico
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Health Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability up to 26 weeks Company paid
Long Term Disability 60% of pay Company paid. Ability to buy-up to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness pet insurance
Parental Leave up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health general health navigation and virtual health and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
Retirement
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicants qualifications and experience this position is expected to pay between $98700 and $157920 annually.
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About Company
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