Software Development Manager - 100% Remote Option at Emerson Electric Co in Marshalltown, Iowa

Job Description:

At Emerson, we are innovators and problem-solvers, focused on a common purpose: leaving our world in a better place than we found it. Each and every day, our foundational values—integrity, safety and quality, supporting our people, customer focus, continuous improvement, collaboration and innovation—inform every decision we make and empower our employees to keep reaching higher. As a global technology and engineering leader, we provide groundbreaking solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. Our Emerson Automation Solutions business helps process, hybrid, and discrete manufacturers maximize production and protect personnel and the environment while optimizing their energy and operating costs. Our Emerson Commercial & Residential Solutions business helps ensure human comfort and health, protect food quality and safety, advance energy efficiency and create sustainable infrastructure.

Emerson, a Fortune 500 company with $15.3 billion in sales and 200 manufacturing locations worldwide, is committed to helping employees grow and thrive throughout their careers.
Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring options or a recent MBA graduate, you’ll find a variety of opportunities at Emerson. Join our team and start your journey today.

We are seeking a Software Development Manager who is looking for a great opportunity to grow, develop and expand their skills professionally.  If this describes you, Emerson has an exciting must-see opportunity for you based in our MARSHALLTOWN, IA location (“Marshalltown More than Ever”).   In this role you could also take part in our Flexible Work Schedule – Remote Work Option.  As a Software Development Manager, you will lead a team responsible for new product development of Fisher branded embedded industrial automation products & bring new technology into the industrial space.  If interested, we would love to talk to you!!

Emerson Innovation Center - Marshalltown, Iowa

Fisher Digital Valve Controllers

AS A SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER YOU WILL: 

• Manage and Grow Resources
  
  
  • Manage 2 development teams: embedded software development and software development for test
  • Drive ongoing employee growth through career planning, training, mentorship, and tasks that stretch capabilities
  • Ensure development team stays up to date with the latest technologies
  
  
• Manage Software Development Activities
  
  
  • Coordinate the planning of software development tasks for 10-12 software resources
  • Work with the development team and product manager to break features down into iterations and sprints
  • Facilitate backlog item scoring and track velocity and burndown
  • Collaborate with Hardware and User Interface leaders to align iteration plans
  • Perform retrospective sessions and prioritize and execute on process improvements
  • Be the team’s expert in coding standards and new product development process and assure compliance and ongoing improvements to the standards
  
  
• Ownership of Software Design and Tools
  
  
  • Collaborate with senior and technologist level software developers to align on critical technical decisions
  • Owns selection and management of tools used for software development
  • Escalate issues and risks that impact project metrics
  • Report project status and plans to management on a regular cadence
  
  

FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE – REMOTE WORK OPTION 

This role has the flexibility to be 100% remote, 100% on-site or mix of on-site and remote work.  Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

WHO YOU ARE:You are team focused, making the outcomes of the entire team your priority.  You push yourself to achieve results and partner with others to drive work to completion while providing timely, relevant information to individuals across the organization. You are a problem solver who seeks new approaches. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or 5+ years of related experience plus certifications)
• 5+ years of professional work experience in software development and/or management of a software team

 PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:  

• 10+ years of experience, including both software development and management
• Experience with Distributed Version Control (Mercurial, Git, or similar)
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration (TeamCity, Jenkins, or similar)

 WHY EMERSON? Our Commitment to Our PeopleAcross the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: We drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills, and competencies to bring this Purpose to life while competing and leading in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. Our success is measured by the positive impact we make on people, our communities, and the world through our unwavering focus on environmental, social, and regulatory progress. Learn more about us!Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer you the right options to meet your individual and family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more. We also provide you flexible time-off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave. Our Commitment to Diversity & InclusionAt Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their experiences and perspectives – and that reflects the world around us. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and Diversity & Inclusion at Emerson. Work AuthorizationEmerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity EmployerEmerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com.  

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