Software Engineering Manager

Emerson • Shakopee, MN

1d • $152,000 - $190,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Emerson’s Liquid Analysis team in Shakopee, Minnesota, is hiring a Software Engineering Manager to lead and develop engineers working in embedded software, test automation, new product development, and sustaining engineering for process analytical products used worldwide. The role contributes to the growth of a global software team, engineering capability, work planning and execution, and delivery of a new generation of products.

The manager coaches engineers, translates priorities into executable plans, coordinates work across projects and reporting boundaries, and partners with software and senior technical leaders. The position also helps improve engineering processes and tools, supports disciplined software development lifecycle practices aligned with IEC 62443-4-1, and strengthens software and test architecture, technical execution, and adoption of AI-assisted engineering approaches.

The role is based in Shakopee, MN. Emerson describes its work arrangement as hybrid. The advertised annual salary range is $152,000–$190,000, depending on the candidate’s skills, capabilities, and experience. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science.
• At least 8 years of progressive engineering experience, including experience leading engineers or technical teams.
• Demonstrated experience leading software engineering teams through coaching, capability building, alignment, clear expectations, and accountability to drive effective execution.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Background in embedded software, firmware, software test, or test automation, with technical depth to lead engineering teams effectively.
• Experience leading software development, test automation, or verification efforts across multiple engineers or cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum software development, including work breakdown, planning, risk management, and driving work to completion.
• Experience with software development processes and tools such as Azure DevOps, requirements management, traceability, reviews, and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with embedded software architecture, object-oriented design, automated test architecture, hardware/software integration, or test fixtures/HIL systems.
• Experience applying secure software development lifecycle practices; familiarity with IEC 62443-4-1 or similar product cybersecurity standards is preferred.
• Experience applying AI-assisted engineering tools and approaches to improve software development, testing, problem solving, or team productivity.
• Demonstrated ability to build alignment, communicate technical and organizational decisions clearly, and lead across reporting and functional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop embedded software and test engineers through clear expectations, feedback, development opportunities, and support for individual growth.
• Build team capability in ownership, planning, software development practices, collaboration, and effective execution.
• Partner with software engineering leadership to establish priorities, align plans and decisions, and maintain shared visibility into changing needs, risks, commitments, and resource demands.
• Translate aligned priorities into clear plans, ownership, and executable work; coordinate engineers across projects and reporting boundaries; and support Agile/Scrum planning and execution.
• Provide engineering leadership in embedded software development, test automation and architecture, software project execution, and engineering processes, as organizational needs and individual expertise require.
• Build alignment across technical leads, project teams, and global partners by sharing context, clarifying direction, resolving ambiguity, managing tradeoffs, and addressing risks early.
• Establish, reinforce, and continuously improve shared engineering processes, tools, and ways of working, including Azure DevOps, while ensuring disciplined execution of SDLA and IEC 62443-4-1-aligned practices.
• Partner with senior technical leaders to strengthen software and test architecture, technical execution, engineering capability, and adoption of emerging approaches, including AI-assisted engineering.
• Foster a collaborative and accountable engineering environment where employees communicate openly, develop capabilities, solve problems together, and take ownership of high-quality results.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance rewards through the annual merit review process.
• 401(k) plan and profit-sharing plan.
• Medical insurance plans, dental coverage, and vision coverage.
• Family formation benefits and paid parental leave for maternal and paternal leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
• Flexible time-off plans that include vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
• Training and development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager