R&D Lead Software Develper
ABB is hiring an R&D Lead Software Develper. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.
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- The posting mentions C, Rust and TypeScript among its tools and skills.
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- ABB has 2,100+ other open roles on Level.
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Lead software developer responsible for designing safety-critical software components and distributed control systems.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
R&D Local Unit Lead__
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here plays a part.
You’re empowered to succeed, encouraged to grow, and the work you do helps run what runs the world.
This Position reports to:
R&D Center Manager/ R&D Team Lead
This position is classified under Global Grade:
Grade 11
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive the future of the products in the process automation area and be involved in the development of ABB’s next generation of DCS solutions.
You will be part of the Control Safety area within ABB’s global DCS organization. As lead developer, you will collaborate closely with product owner, architects, release owner and other developers to lead, develop and implement the control safety solutions, including testing and debugging the software, ensuring product quality, and mentoring development team while maintaining hands-on involvement in critical technical decisions.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Understand the customer requirements and propose a possible solution (evaluate alternative solutions based on value, cost, quality, technology, etc.).
- Lead the design and development of safety-critical software components for next generation DCS platforms, hands-on involvement in critical module development and code reviews.
- Lead problem-solving on complex technical challenges, involve in critical technical decisions on technology selection, frameworks, and development approaches.
- Ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of the solution (code reviews, static code analysis, code coverage, unit tests, etc.).
- Ensure required policies, standards and guidelines are followed (safety, security, open-source, etc.).
- Ensure compliance with safety standards (IEC 61508, functional safety regulations)
Qualifications for the role
- You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in software development or the equivalent.
- You have proven experience (10+ years) in R&D, software/product development or a related technical field, with the ability to solve complex problems independently.
- You have proven experience in backend development using C++/C#, Rust; frontend development using Typescript and React framework.
- You have professional experience with modern software development practices and technologies such as Kubernetes, unit testing, CI/CD, Azure DevOps, GitHub, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- You are passionate about innovation, problem solving, customer focus, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and you enjoy turning ideas and hypotheses into validated solutions.
- Experience in industrial automation and functional safety development is an asset.
- You possess strong communication skills and enjoy working with people; you work collaboratively and professionally with other colleagues in cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- You communicate fluently in Chinese and English.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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