Senior Systems Design Engineer
Austin, TX - USA
Job Summary
We are seeking a midlevel Systems Software Engineer who operates comfortably across software hardware and system integration boundaries. This role focuses on developing validationcentric systems that combine a broad range of NI hardware (instrumentation control timing data acquisition and integration technologies) with scalable software architectures automation frameworks and robust build pipelines.
The ideal candidate enjoys solving ambiguous system problems building productionquality software and owning solutions endtoendfrom initial concept through sustained customer use.
In this Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Design develop and maintain systemslevel software that integrates NI software platforms with a diverse range of NI hardware technologies (instrumentation control timing & synchronization data acquisition and custom system integrations).
- Architect and implement semiconductor validation systems including:
- Hardware abstraction and configuration
- Test orchestration and sequencing
- Data collection analysis and reporting workflows
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (applications engineering sales product R&D) and customers to translate validation requirements into scalable and maintainable system designs.
- Develop and maintain software infrastructure including:
- Build and release pipelines (CI/CD)
- Automated testing and system validation frameworks
- Versioning dependency and configuration management
- Diagnose and resolve complex crossdomain issues involving software firmware instrumentation signal integrity and device interactions.
- Ensure systems meet expectations for reliability performance extensibility and longterm maintainability in customer validation environments.
- Participate in design reviews architecture discussions and technical documentation.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continual improvement of team software practices.
- Support customer deployments and escalations as needed in collaboration with field and applications teams.
Who You Are:
You introduce new ways of looking at problems. You partner with others to get work done. You are confident under pressure.
For This Role You Will Need:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science or a related field.
- 58 years of professional experience developing softwareintensive engineering systems.
- Strong proficiency in one or more of the following:
- LabVIEW
- Python
- C#
- Demonstrated experience working across the softwarehardware interface including integration with measurement control or automation hardware.
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines automated tests and release processes.
- Solid understanding of software architecture design patterns and version control workflows (e.g. Git).
- Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to decompose ambiguous systemlevel requirements.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines.
- Only U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens lawful permanent residents or protected individuals as defined by 22 CFR 120) may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
- Experience with semiconductor validation workflows characterization or labbased system bringup.
- Familiarity with NI platforms and technologies such as:
- PXI and nonPXI systems
- DAQ RF digital timing & synchronization
- Distributed or integrated test systems
- Experience with test sequencing or orchestration frameworks (e.g. NI TestStand or equivalent concepts).
- Knowledge of highvolume data collection analysis pipelines and validation reporting.
- Experience packaging deploying and supporting customerfacing engineering systems.
- Prior involvement in customer engagements or solution delivery roles.
- Masters degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT) H-1 H-2 L-1 B J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
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