Lead Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

At Emerson, we help the world run safer and smarter. As a global leader in automation, our Mag & Vortex organization develops advanced technologies and solutions that safeguard industries and keep critical systems running.

If you are an embedded software professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Eden Prairie, Minnesota location, you will work in lead role as part of our team that is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of new products and applications for the Magnetic and Vortex flow transmitter products. If solving complex engineering problems with software excites you, this is your chance to create quality products used around the world — become part of a team that’s growing, learning, and focused on delivering results!

• Developing embedded real-time systems and performing activities in all phases of the software development process to meet rigorous functional safety and cybersecurity requirements

• Following and improving software development processes to create high-quality product

• Working closely with a global, cross-functional group including test engineers, design engineers, project managers, and product management

• Preparing detailed plans to execute software project schedules, including for multiple team members

• Providing technical leadership, including mentoring for other engineers, across the globe.
• Assisting the product support team to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve firmware / software issues for released products

You build and deliver embedded software solutions that exceed customer expectations. You partner with others to get work done. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You rely on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment when making decisions. You take consistent action to develop new skills. You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science from an engineering school required
• Minimum of six (6) years of applicable experience
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this role
• Strong understanding of formal software development process

• Eight (8) years of applicable experience
• ABET-accredited Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree 
• Experience with designing and building embedded firmware systems, including collaborating with the hardware development team
• Cybersecurity focused product development experience (e.g. IEC62443)
• Functional Safety product development experience (e.g. IEC61508)

• Demonstrated ability to meet project schedules on a multi-functional, global product team

• Proven strong skills in:

  • Real-time multi-threaded embedded systems and microcontrollers
  • Object-oriented design, design patterns, and UML
  • Architecture design
  • C, C++, and Assembly
  • Serial protocol interfaces: SPI, SCI, and I2C
• Industrial protocols: Modbus, Profinet, HART, and Ethernet

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 recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.​

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $98,000 - $125,000 ann