Lead Software Engineer at Ecolab

Naperville, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Industrial, IoT, InstitutionalIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a technical degree
8 or more years working in C or C++ in embedded firmware development
5 or more years working in JavaScript and/or C# for UI/HMI development
Experience in Microcontroller-based/System-On-a-Module (SOM) application development
Developed software projects for at least one of the following Operating Systems: Linux, MacOS, or Windows
Demonstrated project experience with regard to estimates, planning and deliverables with a high degree of accountability
Experience leading large scale software development
Proven ability working with business, engineering and R&D teams to translate needs to Application Development teams

Responsibilities

Synthesize business requirements and translate them to appropriate technology solutions
Provide architectural and technical guidance for product development and database design for JavaScript, C/C++, C# and SQL based solutions
Develop and execute software engineering plans, and manage software engineering schedules and resource allocations, including managing joint development with 3rd party vendors and outsourced development
Ensure, and create as needed, software engineering processes, practices and operations to ensure reproducible, high-quality development, while keeping costs under control and delivering projects on-time
Monitor technology trends such as emerging standards for new technology opportunities
Think strategically and balance short-term needs with longer-term business priorities
Challenge status quo and champion new ideas throughout cross functional organizations; inspire confidence and trust with peers and cross functional business teams
Develop software, shape architectures, perform designs, and create Proof of Concepts to build applications that drive Ecolab’s dispensing and IoT equipment system
Work with team members to integrate software and hardware developed by other Ecolab divisions
Work with software team members to integrate full stack IoT end node solutions
Participate in SCRUM/Agile software development process
Work with product owners to define and document User Stories including Acceptance Criteria
Apply DevOps practices to efficiently work with Ecolab’s multidisciplinary teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JavaScriptC/C++C#SQLSoftware ArchitectureDatabase DesignIoTSoftware Engineering

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

The role includes a comprehensive benefits package starting day 1, covering medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Is this a remote or flexible work position?

The position offers a flexible, independent work environment where you will work with other team members.

What technical skills are required for this Lead Software Engineer role?

The role requires providing architectural and technical guidance for JavaScript, C/C++, C#, and SQL based solutions, along with experience in full stack IoT development and SCRUM/Agile processes.

What is the company culture like at Ecolab?

Ecolab values a culture of safety, sustainability, inclusiveness, and performance, with a flexible, independent work environment and opportunities to grow in new technologies.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has a broad understanding of all aspects of software development, experience managing software engineering plans and vendors, and familiarity with the industrial market space.