Software Manager

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Description

Emerson is a world leader in the design, development, and manufacture of Gas Analysis products including Gas Chromatographs, Process Gas Analyzers, and Laser Analyzers. With operations in the US and Europe, Emerson Gas Analysis is revolutionizing the speed and accuracy with which gases can be analyzed across a wide range of market segments, serving diverse applications in process industries such as Natural Gas, Chemical, Refining, and Power, and hybrid industries such as Food & Beverage, Aerosol, and Life Science.

Please join our team in Stirling!

The main responsibility of the Software Development Manager is to own the software engineering activities in Gas Analysis, coordinate all common processes and tools as well as continuously developing the SW development team’s proficiencies and capability. They will also drive the development of a technology strategy for Gas Analysis products and services.


Principle job responsibilities


• Lead the Software Development department and continuously develop team proficiencies based on updated competency gap assessments
• Cultivate innovation within the team
• Own the company software technology strategies and develop long term vision and goals for software and related technologies in company product offerings
• Own and keep updated the software development processes and related documents, guidelines and procedures
• Be the primary digital technology adviser to Product Management teams, and actively contribute to develop the technology road maps
• Overall responsibility for the software development quality within NPD and Sustaining Engineering activities
• Ensure the continuous improvement processes within the department
• Verify that the team is updated on software engineering standards and assess the need for adapting processes and methods to meet standards required by the industry
• Ensure all activities within the Software Development department are aligned with priorities set by the Product Management and Operations teams and driven by the E&D Project & Planning Manager
• Plan and follow-up utilisation of department resources based on these priorities
• Recommend efficient use of resources in studies, projects and sustaining activities
• Support the Project & Planning department in the development of efficient resource planning processes, specifically within software development
• Actively participate in design and architecture reviews
• Final approver in software field related engineering tasks
• Contribute in conceptual and architectural design work
• Develop and cultivate relationship with other Emerson and 3rd party expertise within the subject area


Required qualifications & experience
• Min 7 years of experience with software development, preferably embedded
• Min 4 years of experience with senior or lead positions within product development
• Min Engineering degree within software or computer science, or proven knowledge at the same level
Expectations & impact
• Actively pursuing improvements and efficiency in methods, processes and tools
Who you are:
You are passionate about making an impact and always act with integrity. You continuously push yourself to achieve new goals and are not afraid to question the status quo by proposing creative solutions to problems.
Our offer to you
By joining Emerson as a Software Manager, you will be working at the heart of our business. This means that the skills and business insight gained can serve as an invaluable foundation toward developing your career within our global organisation. We offer plentiful opportunities for advancement and support this through our formal personal development planning process.
Our on-boarding program uses a blended learning approach to get you up and running as quickly as possible. You benefit from Emerson certified trainers with extensive knowledge of our customers, products and applications.
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
We encourage and support several Employee-led Resources Groups that promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Our global Women in Stem initiative gives you the opportunity to connect with local peers that share the same interest, to promote the diversity & inclusion and early STEM education and to benefit from professional development to access leadership opportunities.
Our LGBTQ+A Group empowers our workforce regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation, and supports the inclusion and professional development of all employees.
This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.


Primary Location

United Kingdom-Scotland-Stirling

Other Locations

United Kingdom-England-Middlesbrough, United Kingdom-England-Leicester, United Kingdom-England-Leeds, United Kingdom-Scotland-Aberdeen, United Kingdom-England-Sunderland, United Kingdom-England-Manchester, United Kingdom-Scotland-Dundee, United Kingdom-Scotland-Edinburgh, United Kingdom-England-Liverpool, United Kingdom-England-Southampton, United Kingdom-England-Sheffield, United Kingdom-England-Birmingham, United Kingdom-Scotland-Glasgow, United Kingdom-England-London

Job Function

Engineering

Date

May 7, 2021, 10:17:40 AM