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Software Developer Researcher Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Software Test Engineer

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Onsite Pay Range: $50-$55/hour Summary The Software Test Engineer will provide technical leadership and cross-functional influence within a vibrant, high-performing R&D team that is redefining the ...

Participate in DevOps, Agile, and continuous development and integration frameworks. * Program in ... Research new and existing data sources to contribute to new development and improve data management ...

Lead Software Engineer, AI Are you passionate about building AI-driven software that transforms how ... Lead cross-functional collaboration - Partner with AI researchers, engineering leadership, design ...

Lead Software Engineer, AI Are you passionate about building AI-driven software that transforms how ... Lead cross-functional collaboration - Partner with AI researchers, engineering leadership, design ...

Staff Software Engineer Contract Duration: 1 year, possible extension Location: Little Canada, MN ... D. research experience in Computer Science). * 5+ years of Object-Oriented Design, C++ and Qt ...

Principal Software Engineer

Burnsville, MN · Hybrid

$139K - $186K/yr

Support and/or lead Internal Research and Development (IR&D) projects, which may include prototype ... Background in Software Engineering, including participation in multi-discipline, cross-functional ...

Principal Software Engineer

Burnsville, MN · On-site

$139K - $186K/yr

Support and/or lead Internal Research and Development (IR&D) projects, which may include prototype ... Background in Software Engineering, including participation in multi-discipline, cross-functional ...

Software Engineer- St. Paul, MN Location : St. Paul, MN 55117 Project Duration : 12+ months Payrate ... D. research experience in Computer Science) * Experience with creating and managing requirements ...

Software Engineer 3

Saint Paul, MN

$58 - $78/hr

Reference number 2025-165313 Job details Domain Research, design and development Job field / Job profile Software - Embedded application software Job title Software Engineer 3 Employment type ...

What You'll Do The Software Test Engineer will provide technical leadership and cross-functional influence within a vibrant, high-performing R&D team that is redefining the treatment of structural ...

MN · On-site

$50 - $56/hr

Plymouth, MN Duration: 7 Months 100% Onsite Summary The Software Test Engineer will provide technical leadership and cross-functional influence within a vibrant, high-performing R&D team that is ...

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Software Developer Researcher information

What is the difference between Software Developer Researcher vs Software Engineer?

AspectSoftware Developer ResearcherSoftware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in CS or related field; research experienceBachelor's or Master's in CS or related field; practical development skills
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic institutions, R&D departmentsTech companies, startups, software development firms
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in research-focused roles within academia or R&D divisionsAcross various industries including tech, finance, healthcare
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding research-focused roles in software developmentPractical software development careers

Software Developer Researchers focus on exploring new algorithms, conducting experiments, and advancing theoretical knowledge in software. In contrast, Software Engineers typically develop, test, and maintain software products for practical use. Both roles require strong programming skills and a background in computer science, but their work environments and objectives differ significantly.

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Senior R&D Software Engineer

WEG Electric Corp

Minneapolis, MN

$95K - $110K/yr

Other

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Description

Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, MN 


Position:  Senior R&D Software Engineer 

Department: R&D Department


Primary Objective of Position:

The Research & Development (R&D) Software Engineer is responsible for developing software solutions for monitoring large rotating electrical machines.  Position focuses on frontend applications; interfacing with the equipment via Edge Computing.  


Major Areas of Accountability:

  • Research and Development; accountable for carrying out and/or supporting research and development projects.
  • Design and Development; responsible for designing and carrying out experiments on prototype and production machines to verify analyses.
  • Manages the planning, analysis, scheduling, test verification, and executing of R & D projects.
  • Accountable for generating specifications, standards, and project reports supporting both R&D projects and Production Engineering projects.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams providing technical support to other departments; resolving technical issues to meet special customer requirements.
  • Must adhere to and fully support the Electric Machinery Quality Policy.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable company | departmental policies and procedures.
  • Domestic and international customer travel of up to 25%; troubleshooting at customer sites.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Experience; 5+ years' experience in the design or development of custom software for front end applications or other app design of stand-alone devices. 
  • Education; BS degree in Computer Science or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with architecture of modern programs in order to integrate stand-alone devices to existing user systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand, evaluate, and solve complex issues of technical content.
  • Experimentation, coding, or analytical design experience required. Proficient with C/C++ and Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SAP (preferred). Working knowledge of C#. 
  • Demonstrated experience working with communication systems; USB, EIA-485, MODBUS, or other protocols preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience developing software for Windows & Linux.
  • Must be an enthusiastic self-starter, who is results-oriented and a team player.
  • Excellent communication skills; ability to present results via written reports, presentations, multimedia, etc. with internal and external customers.
  • Demonstrated ability to keep multiple tasks and activities coordinated, prioritized, documented, and in motion or progress at one time.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to lift twenty-five (25) pounds unassisted. 
  • Routinely ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
  • Ability to routinely move throughout the plant and office environment to perform work.
  • Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
  • Occasionally uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate computers, machinery or tools.

Salary 

$95,000 - $110,000


About WEG Electric

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Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Duluth, GA, US

Year founded

1961