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Lead Systems Engineer

Salem, ORHybridFull TimeLeadPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Node.js
  • GCP
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • MongoDB
  • SQL

Nice to have

  • Agile Software Development
  • Innovation
  • Continuous Learning
  • Analytical Skills

Role summary

Honeywell is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer in Salem, OR, to design, implement, and manage complex systems. This hybrid role reports to the Sr Engineering Manager and involves supporting hardware, software, and network component development, ensuring quality standards and industry best practices. Responsibilities include leading system deployment, configuration, and issue resolution, as well as identifying and implementing operational improvements. The role requires 6+ years of full-stack software development experience with proficiency in front-end (React, TypeScript, HTML, CSS) and back-end (Node.js) technologies, cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure), and databases (MongoDB, SQL). Familiarity with Agile, GitHub, and Jira is also expected, along with strong leadership and project management skills.

As a Lead Systems Engineer here at Honeywell, you will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and management of complex systems and solutions that drive innovation, safety, and efficiency across various industries.

You will report directly to our Sr Engineering Manager and you’ll work out of our Salem, OR location on a Hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will impact the successful execution of complex engineering projects by supporting the design and development of advanced systems, including hardware, software, and network components, ensuring alignment with Honeywell's quality standards and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the design and development of advanced systems, including hardware, software, and network components
  • Provide successful execution of complex engineering projects
  • Implement and enforce security measures and compliance standards to safeguard systems and data
  • Lead the deployment and configuration of systems, ensuring they are installed correctly, tested rigorously, and perform optimally
  • Provide technical leadership in identifying and resolving system issues, minimizing downtime, and ensuring systems remain operational
  • Identify opportunities for process and system improvements, implement enhancements, and contribute to the optimization of operations

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in full stack software development.
  • Proficiency in front-end technologies including React, TypeScript, HTML, CSS
  • Experience with back-end technologies such as Node.js
  • Experience with cloud technologies such as GCP, AWS, or Azure.
  • Knowledge of other database systems such as MongoDB, SQL
  • Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
  • Experience using GitHub, Jira, and other collaborative tools
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Proven ability to drive successful software development projects and initiatives.

WE VALUE

  • 3+ years in a technical leadership role.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Passion for innovation and continuous learning.
  • Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving capability.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more (https://benefits.honeywell.com/)

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: September 14, 2026.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT

Candidate must be a U.S. Person, defined as, U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have U.S. protected status (asylum or refugee) or have ability to obtain an export authorization.

ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en)

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Building Automation (BA) is a leading global provider of products, software, solutions, and technologies that enable building owners and occupants to ensure their facilities are safe, energy efficient, sustainable, and productive. BA products and services include advanced software applications for building control and optimization; sensors, switches, control systems, and instruments for energy management; access control; video surveillance; fire products; and installation, maintenance, and upgrades of systems. Revenues in 2022 for BA were $6B and there are approximately 18,000 employees globally. To learn more, please visit https://buildings.honeywell.com/ (https://buildings.honeywell.com/)

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-engagement)

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.


Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.

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