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Job Description
Rockwell Automation's Design & Control business develops industrial automation solutions used worldwide in manufacturing, infrastructure, and critical systems. Joining our team in Katowice, you'll develop firmware for Rockwell Automation products, including industrial controllers and network modules. You'll contribute to reliable, secure, and high-performance industrial automation systems.
We're looking for an Engineer, Embedded Software. You will independently deliver firmware features and grow your technical expertise in embedded systems. Depending on your team, you may work on network protocol stacks, controller application firmware, or platform-level software for Rockwell Automation's industrial products. Your team will be 6-8 people and will be one of 20+ embedded teams located in Katowice. You will work together also with other teams, located in USA, Singapore and Czechia.
You will report to the Team Leader/Manager, Embedded Software and have a hybrid schedule working in Katowice, Poland.
Your Responsibilities:
Firmware Development
- Develop firmware components for multiple Rockwell Automation devices.
- Implement and validate product features in your domain, such as network protocols (Ethernet/IP, CIP), controller runtime functions, or platform/OS services.
- Perform firmware debugging and defect analysis, using systematic root cause analysis techniques.
- Write unit tests and integration tests, contributing to CI/CD-driven quality workflows.
System Design & Architecture
- Participate in requirements analysis, system design, and architecture discussions.
- Create design documentation, including high-level and low-level specifications.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure compliance with embedded coding standards.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Participate in Agile/SAFe development activities (planning, reviews, retrospectives).
- Collaborate with teams worldwide.
The Essentials - You Will Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation and Robotics, Electronics, or related IT degree (or equivalent practical experience).
- Typically, 2+ years of practical software development experience in C++, using software lifecycle development methodologies (software requirements analysis, software design, software testing).
- Knowledge of one or more of: network protocols (TCP/IP, Ethernet-based communication), embedded systems architecture, or real-time operating systems (e.g. QNX, VxWorks).
- Typically, 2+ years of experience in embedded systems firmware development and debugging.
- Practical experience with version control systems like GitHub/GitLab and CI/CD systems like Jenkins.
- Fluent English (B2 or higher).
- "Can do" and "I'll find out" attitude.
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
- Practical programming experience in Python or similar languages (to support testing activities and tooling).
- Experience in industrial automation systems (PLCs, drives, I/O modules).
- Practical knowledge of embedded security concepts or safety standards (e.g., IEC 62443, IEC 61508).
- Experience with industrial network protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, CIP).
- Familiarity with hardware-software interaction concepts (registers, interrupts, memory management, BSP/HAL).
- Experience with real-time systems.
- Experience in Agile software / SAFe development.
- Collaborative mindset: willingness to support the team, share knowledge, experiment, and maintain technical documentation.
Our benefits package includes …
- Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
- Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
- On-demand digital course library for professional development.
- Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program.
... and other local benefits!
At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation and Robotics, Electronics, a related IT field, or equivalent practical experience
- Typically 2+ years of practical C++ software development experience
- Experience with software requirements analysis, software design, and software testing
- Knowledge of network protocols, embedded systems architecture, or real-time operating systems such as QNX or VxWorks
- Typically 2+ years of embedded systems firmware development and debugging experience
- Experience with version control systems such as GitHub or GitLab
- Experience with CI/CD systems such as Jenkins
- Fluent English at B2 level or higher
- Programming experience in Python or similar languages
- Experience with industrial automation systems, including PLCs, drives, or I/O modules
- Knowledge of embedded security concepts or IEC 62443 and IEC 61508 safety standards
- Experience with industrial network protocols such as EtherNet/IP or CIP
- Knowledge of hardware-software interaction, including registers, interrupts, memory management, BSP, or HAL
- Experience with real-time systems
- Experience with Agile or SAFe software development
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, mental‑health support, disability and life insurance, and wellness resources. Multiple plan choices and supportive programs contribute to the package feeling well‑rounded.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching that is positioned as a meaningful part of total compensation. These offerings reinforce longer‑term financial security as a core strength.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave was expanded and a paid caregiver leave was added, indicating clear support for family needs. These policies are complemented by flexibility signals and dedicated paid volunteer time.
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