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Software System Architect

Emerson

Hybrid
Laatzen, Niedersachsen, Germany
Full-time
Senior
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 9m ago

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Job description

Emerson is hiring a Software System Architect — a full-time, based in Laatzen, Niedersachsen, Germany role. Apply directly on Emerson's careers page below.

Software System Architect (m/w/d)

Location: LAATZEN, NIEDERSACHSEN, Germany; Hybrid

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career and contribute to innovative technologies? Join our engineering team in Laatzen, Germany, the global headquarters of Emerson’s Motion Control Business. In this role, you will contribute to the development of innovative electric and pneumatic actuators with embedded electronics for industrial automation applications. Working in a multidisciplinary team of mechatronics, mechanical, and software engineers, you will develop software platforms based on product requirements and help deliver solutions that meet customer needs while strengthening our market position. You will collaborate closely with Product Marketing, Laboratory, Quality, Sales, and Operations, as well as with international engineering teams, gaining valuable experience and opportunities for professional growth.

Location Requirement: Please note that relocation support is not available for this role. Applications will only be considered from candidates who are currently based in Germany and have valid work authorization.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Development of software and firmware for mechatronic, electric and pneumatic modules with embedded electronics
  • Analyze and evaluate stakeholder requirements to identify suitable technical solutions for software and firmware platforms
  • Development and documentation of system architecture
  • Coordination and implementation of software and firmware solutions in collaboration with international engineering teams
  • Participation in interdisciplinary and cross functional development projects in close collaboration with project and functional managers
  • Development of innovative solution concepts within product development projects using appropriate methods, including the targeted integration of new and innovative technologies into these concepts
     
Who You Are:
 
You bring a creative mindset and a passion for innovation, always looking for opportunities to improve and create value. With your strong analytical skills and structured, system-oriented way of thinking, you are able to navigate complexity and drive effective solutions. You take ownership, think ahead, and contribute to a collaborative work environment through your empathy, team spirit, and excellent interpersonal skills.
 
For This Role, You Will Need:
 
  • Master’s degree in computer science or related technical field
  • 5+ years of professional experience, ideally in Automation technologies
  • Linux programming experience
  • Knowledge of communication protocols such as IO-Link and fieldbus systems such as EtherCAT
  • Proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, Python, Java
  • Very good communication skills in both English and German, both written and spoken
  • Willingness to travel (~20%)
     
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
 
  • Experience working in global teams with colleagues across Asia and the Americas 
  • Web Page programming
  • Another language is a plus

 
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 perspectives—because 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 place great importance on your development, which is why we want to ensure that at Emerson you not only find a role, but also a work environment that encourages and supports you. To ensure that you grow not only professionally but also personally, we offer a wide range of attractive employee benefits:
 
  • Competitive monthly compensation based on collective agreement
  • Company cafeteria offering fresh and healthy meals daily
  • On-site medical consultations and employee counseling services
  • Discount on the Deutschlandticket
  • Attractive sports and leisure activities through our Hansefit program

About Us

WHY EMERSON 

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON 

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

No calls or agencies please. 

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career and contribute to innovative technologies? Join our engineering team in Laatzen, Germany, the global headquarters of Emerson’s Motion Control Business. In this role, you will contribute to the development of innovative electric and pneumatic actuators with embedded electronics for industrial automation applications. Working in a multidisciplinary team of mechatronics, mechanical, and software engineers, you will develop software platforms based on product requirements and help deliver solutions that meet customer needs while strengthening our market position. You will collaborate closely with Product Marketing, Laboratory, Quality, Sales, and Operations, as well as with international engineering teams, gaining valuable experience and opportunities for professional growth.

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The required skills for Software System Architect at Emerson include: Linux, C, C++, Python, Java.

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