(Senior) Research Scientist (m/f/d) for Software Architecture for Embedded Industrial Systems (80 – 100%)

ABB is hiring a (Senior) Research Scientist (m/f/d) for Software Architecture for Embedded Industrial Systems (80 – 100%). Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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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 Team Lead

The work model for the role is: hybrid. #LI-Hybrid

Key responsibilities

You have expertise in software engineering and software architecture for embedded systems? You would like to apply and extend your knowledge in a dynamic, international research environment? You are excited about working for a leading global technology company and contributing to a more

sustainable future? Then join our team of highly motivated researchers at the ABB Research Center in Mannheim. Together, we develop the technological foundations of future ABB offerings, including next-generation control and automation systems, industrial drives, cloud and edge solutions, and AI-

enhanced industrial systems.

At the ABB Research Center Germany, you will develop cutting-edge technologies that help shape ABB’s future digital offerings for our automation, electrification, and motion businesses for a more sustainable future. You work and collaborate at the intersection of industrial R&D and academic research and collaborate with partners world-wide.

With your experience, you initiate, manage, and contribute to applied research projects in close collaboration with international ABB Divisions and their product development teams, customers, partners, and academic institutions.
You work closely with your colleagues to systematically capture and translate industrial requirements into innovative technical concepts and solution in an agile environment.
You continuously scout, evaluate, and adapt emerging technologies in the areas of embedded software, software architecture, digitalization, edge computing, and industrial AI
You devise novel software architectures, design methods and tools for embedded and automation systems, including edge computing and AI-assisted software engineering
You design and implement prototypes to validate new concepts and architectures and demonstrate your work inside and outside ABB.
You provide expert consulting in your field of expertise to ABB Divisions and product development teams.
You secure intellectual property by patent applications and publish research results at leading scientific conferences and journals.
You continuously develop your technical, research, and leadership skills and build your career within ABB.

Qualifications for the role

You have a degree in automation engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, or a related field, combined with either academic experience (PhD) or relevant professional experience in automation engineering, embedded systems, or industrial software development.
You bring strong cross-cultural communication skills as well as creativity, initiative, enthusiasm, and result-orientated mindset to turn innovative ideas into future products and digital offerings.
You have sound experience in software architecture and software engineering, particularly for embedded systems. Experience with edge computing, AI engineering, and application areas such as industrial drives, automation, or robotics is highly valued.
You have hands-on experience in software design and development (e.g., C#, C++, C, Python,…), especially in the context of embedded or industrial systems. Experience with AI-assisted prototyping is an advantage.
You have a track record in communicating research results through publications at scientific conferences and/or peer-reviewed journals.

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Canteen
Flexible Work Practices
Employee Shared Acquisition Plan
Paid Parental Leave (Gender neutral)

Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool. In the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

ABB AG

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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.

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Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

How we rate this

(Senior) Research Scientist (m/f/d) for Software Architecture for Embedded Industrial Systems (80 – 100%) at ABB rates 17 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

(Senior) Research Scientist (m/f/d) for Software Architecture for Embedded Industrial Systems (80 – 100%) is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany.
The job was posted on October 21, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
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