Manager - Software Engineering

Plex Systems, Inc.

Plex Systems, Inc.

Software Engineering
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Posted on Feb 24, 2026

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

Summary:

Rockwell Automation's Safety, Sensing & Industrial Components Business is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead a product team of experience engineers on all stages of software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, and testing activities for industry-leading software. The preferred candidate will be experienced in the areas of engineering management, including recruitment, task assignments, technical mentoring, performance evaluations, people development. You will be asked to collaborate with Software, Architecture, and Test engineering peers to ensure the timely development of high-quality products. You will have a hybrid work schedule based in Hinjewadi, Pune Office and will report to a Senior Manager based in US.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Drive new product support continuation engineering projects with superior quality and on-time delivery.
  • Responsible for continuous development/ improvement and motivating a software development team
  • Partner with local and remote teams to lead alignment and collaboration.
  • Design project plans, schedules, and present to relevant team members, drive execution.
  • Responsible for team building, frequent assessment and evaluation of direct reports.
  • Support recruitment, and developing onboarding/ training plans.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Overall 15 and more years of experience and a minimum of 7+ years of experience in software design and development.
  • A minimum of 3+ years of experience in people management.
  • Hands-on software development experience using Microsoft developer platforms.
  • Proven ability to analyse and solve complex problems involving hardware and Software.
  • Familiarity with Agile Scrum/SAFe processes
  • Able to work independently and meet deadlines.
  • Able to travel locally and internationally if required.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • 10+ years of experience in software design and development
  • Experience developing products that are Functional Safety certified
  • Knowledge of safety standard IEC 61508
  • Understanding of communication protocols, such as RS-232, USB, Ethernet, IO Link, CIP
  • Proficient in Angular, C#, .net
  • Experience with standard version control systems, CI/CD setup and configuration
  • Familiarity with Rockwell Automation controllers, and software tools

What We Offer:

Our benefits package includes …

  • Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm.
  • Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
  • Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program.
  • On-demand digital course library for professional development

... and other local benefits!

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.

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