Software Engineer 1 - Early Talent

Job Description

As an NI Software Engineer, you will enjoy the unique opportunity to take ownership of your products and be involved in all aspects of the product development cycle. Software Engineers find that NI's relaxed and stimulating work environment, which includes working in small feature-focused teams, fosters the type of engineering innovation that leads to our many award-winning products. Our Software Engineers work on a diverse variety of projects such as compilers, application user interfaces, visualization graphics, development tools, and application frameworks for a broad range of industries such as aerospace, transportation, semiconductor production & validation, and manufacturing.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Work and interact with a wide variety of NI staff in R&D software and hardware organizations, as well as employees from other business groups, including Applications Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product Management.
• Perform research as required to specify and develop or enhance your product, or to define new products.
• Specify, design, implement, and test software features and capabilities for new and existing products.
• Provide technical expertise and training to Applications Engineers, Technical Support Engineers, Technical Writers, customers, or other persons who use and/or support your product.
• Diagnose and debug problems with your product or problems arising when your product interacts or integrates with other NI products.
• Review and approve product specifications and customer user documentation for the product.

Types of Software Engineering Roles

• Application Software: Use languages like C++, C#, Python, and JavaScript to provide custom user interfaces and customizable front ends.
• Systems & Embedded/Driver Development: Work with technologies such as automatic signal routing, multi-device synchronization, and more.
• RF Communications Software: Design and develop software for RF and communication domain experts.
• Cloud and DevOps: Develop tools and infrastructure to improve productivity, including CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• B.S. in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, electronic systems engineering technology, engineering physics, mechatronics, physics, or software engineering or B.A. in computer science.
• Strong understanding of computers and fluency in one or more programming languages (C/C++, C#, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python).
• Understanding of good software design and architecture principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an Agile group development environment.
• Problem-solving skills and a passion for learning about and working with computer-industry technologies.

About Us

At NI, we believe in the power and potential of connecting people, ideas, and technology to create a path to success. We support our customers through all phases of the product development cycle, from 5G and medical innovations to autonomous driving and the future of space travel. We help our customers Engineer Ambitiously every day.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, modern workspaces, career development and mobility opportunities, and a culture that fosters belonging and emphasizes community giving. We encourage our teammates to challenge the status quo and collaborate with one another to build innovative solutions.

NI is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

We are changing how we work by offering more flexibility. NI has decided to take a hybrid approach (working both on- and off-site) at an aggregate level. We know that different roles have different requirements, so we’re embracing a full range of options.