Software Engineer

Job Description:

Buehler, a division of Illinois Tool Works, is a leading manufacturer of scientific equipment and supplies for use in material analysis. Over the past 90 years, Buehler has established sales, manufacturing and laboratory services located throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Comprised of world-class products and brands, such as Wilson Hardness, Buehler continues a long history of providing market-leading technology to support our customers in their sample preparation and material analysis applications.

Buehler's parent company, ITW, is a Fortune 200 global diversified industrial manufacturer of value-added consumables and specialty equipment with related service businesses. The Company focuses on profitable growth with strong returns across worldwide platforms and businesses. The businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets.

This key Software Engineer position at Buehler will be responsible for scoping, developing, and maintaining complex software applications. This position will involve daily local and international interaction with software, electrical, and mechanical engineers to develop top notch software and equipment. The candidate must be detail-oriented, well-organized, and enjoy working at a fast pace. This role requires in-office work with electromechanical machinery but offers hybrid working depending on current tasks and projects.

• Provide technical direction for Buehler's software engineering team and help drive a culture of continuous improvement
• Establish technical vision and design specifications for complex software applications
• Partner with product team to develop technical roadmap for multiple software platforms and strategically look for ways to simplify software portfolio
• Design, develop and test software to deliver high-quality products
• Exercise, and coach others on, best practices and methodologies for software development
• Support Buehler service and applications teams to address customer issues and provide prompt resolution

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 3+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong software development experience in C#, C++, or comparable object-oriented programming languages
• Experience working in Agile development environments and participating in Scrum-based processes
• Ability to collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders, including product management, engineering, operations, and customer-facing teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining production-quality software applications
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging software technologies and development practices

Additional Information:

• 7.5% 401K match
• 4 weeks of paid time off
• 10 paid company holidays
• Recognition program
• Competitive health insurance

Compensation Information:

The base salary for this position is $95,000-$125,000. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.