Electronic Systems Technical Specialist – Software

Job Summary:

This applied technology position creates software that is sold as an integral
part of Cummins’ products. People in these positions have involvement in
identification and understanding of stakeholder requirements and developing
specifications, and responsibility for design, implementation, testing and/or
release of software that controls the operation of Cummins’ products in a
variety of customer applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigates product software problems, understands causal mechanisms,
recommends appropriate action, owns problem resolution, and documents results.
Applies and improves the improvement of product software development processes
and tools. Processes include coding, compiling and test. Tools include code
editors, integration tools, static analysis tools, compilers and hardware in the
loop test tools. Details specific to this role may be found at the end of this
document. Obtains input and negotiates with product and software development
teams and delivers verified software features, components, builds to product
teams. Uses systems knowledge and expertise to make decisions in the areas of
software requirements, architecture, design, and test that impact the quality
and performance of software builds, product lines (platforms) and management of
cross-BU integration and coordination. Responsible for review of
less-experienced developers/testers’ work to ensure robust, reusable, and
efficient designs. Responsibile for interacting and collaborating with
cross-functional teams. Provides independent leadership of smaller business
impact projects or ownership of complex components, products, systems or
services with greater elements of ambiguity over the senior or lead engineer
level and with full accountability to the project team. Delivers independent
execution of established and emerging work processes and systems, while still
developing technology or product knowledge. Leads the development and
improvement of work processes and systems across function(s) within a global
business unit or managing improvement across business units. Coordinates and
directs work amongst technicians and temporary student employees, assists in the
transfer of knowledge to lesser experienced engineers through either indirect
(scope of influence) or direct management of a small, local group of engineers.
Provides support and guidance to influence technical direction within a project
team and continues to develop proficiency in the competency areas critical to
success in the role. Operates as a recognized specialist in a discipline or
product area within the immediate team.
Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal
employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex,
color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual
orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status
protected by law.