Software Engineering Leader

Software Engineering Leader

Hypertherm Associates is looking for a Software Engineering Leader to join our dynamic OMAX team in Kent, Washington! We're on the lookout for a visionary leader to drive the innovation and excellence of our market-leading software for waterjet cutting systems.

In this exciting role, you'll integrate cutting-edge AI-powered development tools and spearhead a talented team of software engineers, crafting state-of-the-art applications for motion control, I/O systems, and intuitive user interfaces across our entire product line.

Embrace the fast-paced environment where your passion for AI-driven efficiencies, automation, and intelligent software solutions will shape the future of our next-generation designs and ensure the ongoing success and enhancement of our current software. Be a part of something extraordinary and make a lasting impact with Hypertherm Associates!

As our Software Engineering Leader, you will:

• Collaborate with senior leaders on product vision and technical strategy

• Oversee software designs and coding practices integrating code analysis tools

• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure successful product releases

• Analyze, monitor, and improve efficiency and stability of all systems

• Accountable for mentoring, and enabling professional growth of a team of software engineers

• Lead the design and development of software and firmware for motion/systems and I/O control for all OMAX products

• Collaborate with cross functional engineers to define software architecture for CAM products

• Design and execute training programs to upskill development teams on AI-assisted coding, automated testing, and AI-enhanced software design

Who you are and the experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree, in Engineering, Science or Programming or related field with emphasis on software development and 6+ years of software development experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities

• Strong programming background with ability to write code in multiple languages (e.g. C, C++, C#)

• Working knowledge of communication protocols - EtherCAT/Modbus/MQTT or similar

• Experience in motion/systems controls development or similar role

• Expertise with RTOS environments

• Demonstrated experience with software development lifecycle management, defect tracking tools, and peer review

• Ability to quickly and effectively convey technical and complex ideas

• Excellent time management and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred experience that differentiates you:

• Machine tools, tool pathing, robotics, or developing software to control machinery/hardware

• Agile methodologies and the ability to implement and manage Agile processes

• Developing Azure or AWS cloud-hosted applications

Location: Kent, Washington

Travel: Minimal

Why join OMAX? 

• Collaborative, 100% employee-owned culture 

• Profit-Sharing and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) 

• Paid Community Service Time 

• Strong commitment to Environmental Stewardship 

• Stable, growing organization with a no-layoff philosophy 

At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don’t meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply.  We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents.  For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.