Principal Software Engineer (Python)
Emerson
NI is now part of Emerson. NI is Emerson's Test and Measurement (T&M) Business Unit.
Test & Measurement Group Penang is seeking a highly skilled at Python and experienced Technical Lead to join our DevOps team. This team is responsible for creating and maintaining hardware and software infrastructure for automated testing of NI software involving NI hardware. As a Technical Lead, you will coach, mentor, and guide the team by providing technical expertise and fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain Python tools, CI/CD pipelines, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues. You will automate infrastructure and deployment processes, and collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure a healthy testing ecosystem. Your qualifications should include experience with software development, strong knowledge of DevOps tools and practices, and proficiency in scripting. Excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication and teamwork abilities, and attention to detail are essential.
**In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:**
+ Lead a growing team of engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support
+ Serve internal clients with testing infrastructure throughout their Software Development Life Cycle
+ Define, develop and maintain Python tools, and Javascript/Typescript web apps. You will write code, and review code.
+ Implement and follow standard methodologies for DevOps operations
+ Work and interact with colleagues from other divisions such as R&D, manufacturing, or other business groups with global teams (e.g. USA, India)
+ Act as a Project Manager (PM) and Scrum Master, ensuring commitments are delivered on time and within scope
+ Note this is primarily an on-site role but with some flexibility to work from home 1-2 days per week.
**Who You Are:**
A strong leader to provide direction to the team and staff. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, ensure clear communication, and provide coaching and development opportunities.
**For This Role, You Will Need:**
+ B.S. or M.S. in computer science, and/or computer engineering, and/or electrical engineering
+ Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant field.
+ 2+ years' experience as a hands-on Technical Lead. Experienced in code reviews.
+ Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, capable of inspiring and motivating team members
+ Proficient in programming with a solid grasp of data structures and object-oriented principles
+ Strong proficiency in Python
+ Experience in full-stack web development
+ Familiarity with Git and other version control system
+ Experience with computer architecture and operating systems (Linux, Windows)
+ Deep understanding of virtualization technologies (e.g. Proxmox)
+ Strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies
+ Familiarity with system level hardware testing (e.g. functional, stress, compatibility, benchmarking, calibration, etc.)
+ Excellent communication skills in English, including technical communications.
**Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:**
+ Experience with automated testing
+ Familiarity with containerization and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes, Rancher)
+ Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Ansible, Salt)
+ Knowledge of Azure DevOps and pipelines
+ Understanding of networking concepts (e.g., VLAN, DHCP, DNS) and network debugging
+ Familiarity with electronic engineering concepts
+ Experience with cloud technologies (e.g. AWS)
**Our Culture & Commitment to You**
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
**WHY EMERSON**
**Our Commitment to Our People**
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
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**ABOUT EMERSON**
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
**No calls or agencies please.**
**Requisition ID** : 25017427
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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