Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.
We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!
Job Description
As a Technical Lead, you will play a key role in software development team on all stages of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, implementation, and testing activities for industry-leading commercial software known for its innovation and usability, in particular real-time scalable features based on Rockwell's Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that are often integrated with machine automation and control systems as well as ERP software.
You will be responsible for active participation in requirements development, leading architectural design, coding, and testing in all stages of the software development lifecycle.
You must collaborate closely with multiple global cross-functional teams and require you to work effectively in the large project teams.
Joining Rockwell Automation Software Development group allows you to become part of a team that is committed to using reliable and well-thought-out engineering and software development practices such as SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework).
You will report to the Manager, Software Engineering and have a hybrid schedule working in Hinjewadi, Pune, India
Your Responsibilities:
Leads or participates in reviews of documents, designs, code, test cases and user documentation.
Provides work estimates and status reports as requested. Maintains adequate interaction to ensure assigned tasks are prioritized appropriately.
Responsible for supporting PI planning by working very closely with Team Lead (Scrum Master)
Responsible for Sprint Planning including breakdown of user stories into smaller tasks that can be estimated in hours
Develops and documents code, according to the development process, that satisfies the software design.
Develops and executes thorough unit test plans. Reports, analyzes, debugs, and corrects anomalies. Integrates with other components, solving problems across subsystems and products, to produce a final product.
Effectively teams with others through mutually supportive professional relationships, open and direct communication, honesty, and respect.
Supports Manager in recruitment process.
The Essentials - You Will Have:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
10 years of experience in new product development and design of software or software systems including significant background with large scale enterprise system development projects
5 Years of experience in review process (design review, code review)
3 Years of experience as a Technical Leader
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
Hands-on expert with data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented designs in Java.
In depth understanding of various design patterns for enterprise applications
Experience with different UX technologies
Experience with manufacturing domain, especially with consumer product goods industry
Good understanding of modern software delivery practices like rapid prototyping, CI/CD, containerization, virtualization etc. and various test strategies like TDD / BDD
Experience with security, data communication, and contemporary user interface technologies in enterprise environment.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, that enables collaboration with global teams
Experience of working in SAFe methodology
What We Offer:
Our benefits package includes …
Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
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.
Employee Assistance Program
Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
On-demand digital course library for professional development
... 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.
#LI-Hybrid or #LI-DB2
Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
- 10 years experience in new product development and design of software or software systems, including large-scale enterprise projects
- 5 years experience in review processes (design review, code review)
- 3 years experience as a Technical Leader
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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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