Device Integration Software System Architect

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us! Job Description The Device Integration Software System Architect defines and guides the strategy, architecture, and user experience integrating Rockwell Automation intelligent devices within the Connected Enterprise ecosystem. You will establish device management standards, aligns technology roadmaps, and ensure customers can easily configure intelligent devices across automation systems. This role is an individual contributor role reporting to the Manager of ITD Digital System Architecture and User Experience. Your Responsibilities: Define device data management standards and integration methodologies. Develop capability models and architecture frameworks for device integration. Simplify and improve the user experience for device configuration and management. Co-lead the Device Management Architecture roadmap with Software & Control. Lead device integration strategy across teams. Provide technical leadership for intelligent device, control system, and software architectures. Guide simplification programs that improve product usability and customer outcomes. Support product development through requirements review, architecture definition, and high-level design. Collaborate with architects and subject matter experts to create solutions. Define requirements for device profiles and application software that improve device access and management. Leadership & Collaboration Inspire, guide, and assist in developing product teams. Adapt and guide issues to resolution with urgency and accountability. Build partnerships across departments and organizations. Bridge gaps between strategy and technical execution. Foster innovation through collaboration and idea sharing. Strengthen team performance and help peers succeed. Promote learning, experimentation, and organizational growth. Role Expectations Present architecture strategies and recommendations to senior leaders. Mentor technical talent. Experience making any architectural tradeoffs required to rapidly deliver software solutions and early-stage design programs. Provide architectural leadership for important product and business programs. Influence partners through excellent communication of technical strategy. The Essentials - You Will Have: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Years of Relevant Work Experience Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. The Preferred - You Might Also Have: Master's degree or equivalent advanced education. 5+ years of experience in industrial automation development, integration, or customer-facing applications. 12+ years of engineering experience in large-scale software and firmware development organizations. Understanding of customer applications, system environments, and product usage. Knowledge of technologies and trends in industrial automation. Guide innovation and product differentiation. Experience developing and evaluating proof-of-concept solutions. Experience with manufacturing and industrial systems, including MES, CMMS, PLC, DCS, SCADA, HMI, ERP, and Asset Management platforms. Experience with device commissioning, maintenance, and industrial operations. Knowledge of Level 0/1 devices, sensors, PLC architectures, and industrial data models. Proficiency in object-oriented design and multiple programming languages commonly used in industrial automation. Information Processing Capabilities Think with a system-level and customer-focused perspective. Translate complex technical challenges into clear, applicable solutions. Collaborate with architecture teams. Guide understanding across teams from a systems and information architecture perspective. Influence software and control technology roadmaps for Intelligent Devices use cases. Define, communicate, and advocate for strategic technology visions. Demonstrate industry-recognized technical expertise. Create value through innovation and strategic enablement. What We Offer: Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision 401k Paid Time off Parental and Caregiver Leave Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life. To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www. . At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles. This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation. #LI-Hybrid #LifeAtRok #LI-SB1 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247. Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.