Sr. Software Engineer

Coperion; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Coperion is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead software development for embedded Linux platforms, industrial controls, and IoT edge devices. You will guide architecture, collaborate across engineering disciplines, and drive the creation of scalable, secure products that support digital transformation in industrial settings.

The role involves cloud-connected services, data analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and web-based dashboards, with emphasis on cyber security and DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of professional software development with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong C/C++ on Linux/embedded platforms.
• Experience in industrial controls, automation, IoT, or edge computing.
• Knowledge of Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT or OPC UA is a plus.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and data analytics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of software for embedded Linux platforms and IoT edge devices.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain complex software applications and embedded systems.
• Lead software architecture reviews and projects from concept to deployment.
• Develop cloud-connected services for remote monitoring, diagnostics, and analytics.
• Create modern web interfaces, dashboards, and data visualization tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement and modernization.
• Ensure cybersecurity best practices and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded Linux

Software architecture

AI/ML basics

Web development basics

DevOps/CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

MQTT

OPC UA

Modbus TCP/IP

Azure/AWS

React/Node.js basics

Job description

About The Role

The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for leading the development of software solutions for embedded Linux platforms, industrial controls, instrumentation systems and IoT edge devices. The position provides technical leadership, collaborates across multiple engineering disciplines, and drives the development of innovative, scalable, secure, and reliable products that support industrial operations and digital transformation initiatives.

Shift 1 (United States of America)

About The Role

The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for leading the development of software solutions for embedded Linux platforms, industrial controls, instrumentation systems and IoT edge devices. The position provides technical leadership, collaborates across multiple engineering disciplines, and drives the development of innovative, scalable, secure, and reliable products that support industrial operations and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, debug, document, and maintain complex software applications and embedded systems
• Develop software for embedded Linux platforms, industrial controls, instrumentation systems, and IoT edge devices
• Lead software architecture, technical design reviews, and software development projects from concept through deployment
• Design, develop, and maintain modern web applications, user interfaces, dashboards, and data visualization tools for industrial and digital solutions
• Develop cloud-connected applications and services for remote monitoring, diagnostics, analytics, device management, and digital product offerings
• Develop algorithms for data acquisition, signal processing, analytics, artificial intelligence, and operational intelligence solutions
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, controls, manufacturing, and product management teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Develop and implement AI-enabled capabilities that enhance automation, diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and operational efficiency
• Ensure software quality through code reviews, automated testing, continuous integration, cybersecurity best practices, and engineering standards
• Mentor junior engineer(s) and provide technical leadership while driving continuous improvement, innovation, and product modernization

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, including technical leadership responsibilities
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ software development
• Extensive experience developing applications on Linux-based and embedded platforms
• Experience developing software for industrial controls, instrumentation, automation systems, IoT products, or edge computing solutions
• Strong analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Desired knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, MQTT, OPC UA, or similar technologies
• Desired knowledge of AI/ML technologies and data analytics
• Desired experience developing real-time, multithreaded applications
• Desired experience with modern web development technologies, including JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS, React, Angular, Node.js, or similar front-end and back-end frameworks
• Desired experience with secure application development practices and cybersecurity
• Desired knowledge of developing full-stack web applications using databases, cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
• Desired experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing

Due to the need for regular on-site presence and occasional short-notice meetings, candidates should reside within approximately one hour of the work location.

Who We Are

Coperion (www.coperion.com) is a global industry and technology leader in process technology serving a variety of end markets, including plastics, plastics recycling, food, pet food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemical, battery, and mineral industries. Every day, our teams of experts create individual, high-quality process technologies and systems optimized for the best end products, highest efficiency, and sustainability. Coperion is a business unit of Hillenbrand.

Hillenbrand (www.hillenbrand.com) is a global industrial company that provides highly engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose - Shape What Matters For Tomorrow, we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders.

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