Full-Time
Advanced Software Engineer
Honeywell
10,001+ employees
Diversified industrial conglomerate: aerospace, automation, safety
No salary listed
Sydney NSW, Australia
Hybrid
Hybrid role in Sydney with some on-site days at the R&D Centre.
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
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- Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a credit average or above.
- 5+ years of professional software development experience.
- Strong knowledge of software development practices and real-time systems.
- Strong engineering, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a passion for innovation.
- Ability to work collaboratively to achieve product development milestones.
- Research, design, and develop next-generation software-based industrial automation solutions using advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to enhance process control, operational efficiency, and system reliability.
- Collaborate closely with Systems Architecture, User Experience (UX), and cross-functional engineering teams to conceptualize, design, and deliver innovative software products for industrial automation applications.
- Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, coding, testing, deployment, and ongoing product improvements.
- Partner with R&D teams and customers to support new product introductions and ensure solutions meet technical requirements and business objectives.
- Develop scalable, secure, and high-performance software applications that improve automation capabilities and customer operational outcomes across process industries.
- Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand operational challenges, translate business requirements into technical solutions, and drive product innovation.
- Perform software quality assurance activities, including code reviews, troubleshooting, testing, and performance optimization to maintain high product standards.
- Support global engineering teams in delivering complex software integrations and advanced automation solutions while promoting knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
- Advanced degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Experience deploying large-scale, complex industrial automation and control systems, including DCS, SCADA, and Advanced Process Control (APC) applications.
- Experience with, or a strong interest in, applying Artificial Intelligence technologies within industrial automation environments.
- Experience developing mission-critical distributed systems.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure software development practices.
- Experience mentoring, coaching, or providing technical leadership to other engineers.
Honeywell designs and sells technologies across four areas: aerospace, building automation, performance materials and technologies, and safety and productivity solutions. Its products combine hardware, software, and services such as aircraft systems, building controls, specialty chemicals, materials, sensors, software, and personal protective equipment to improve efficiency, safety, and performance. The company differentiates itself through a large, diversified global portfolio and by providing end-to-end integration across design, manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and analytics. Its goal is to help customers operate more reliably and efficiently, reduce costs and environmental impact, and grow recurring revenue by offering connected solutions and digital platforms that link hardware and software.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
Founded
1906
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 orders rose 16%, lifting Honeywell Technologies backlog above $20 billion.
- Building Automation grew 9% on data center and healthcare demand in Q2 2026.
- Rhombus, TCS, and NHL deals expand Honeywell's AI building-security and autonomy pipeline.
What critics are saying
- Process Automation sales fell 6% in Q1 2026 amid Middle East project delays.
- Honeywell Aerospace cut 2026 growth guidance to 4%-5% on August 5, 2026.
- Separation costs and divestitures removed roughly $400 million revenue, risking slower hiring and churn.
What makes Honeywell unique
- Honeywell Technologies owns sticky installed bases across buildings, industrial controls, and software workflows.
- Honeywell Forge and Experion Cognition bundle OT data, AI analytics, and autonomy features.
- The June 29, 2026 breakup created cleaner businesses and sharper capital allocation.
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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
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Disability Insurance
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Flexible Work Hours
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Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
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6 month growth
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↑ 4%2 year growth
↑ 5%Honeywell shares tumbled roughly 5% to $231 on Tuesday, underperforming all major industrial peers following weak investor reception at its Chicago event. The decline stems partly from the poor debut quarter of spun-off Honeywell Aerospace, now trading as HONA, which prompted UBS to cut its price target. Honeywell's Q2 results showed reported revenue of $9.72 billion, down 6.1% year-over-year due to the aerospace separation. Whilst CEO Vimal Kapur raised full-year adjusted earnings guidance and positioned the company as a "leading pure-play automation company", the complex optics failed to convince investors. Meanwhile, peer 3M rose 1% after delivering a clean earnings beat with 8.2% organic growth in Safety & Industrial and raising its full-year guidance.
Honeywell has completed its split into three separate public companies, with Honeywell Technologies retaining the HON ticker and Honeywell Aerospace beginning trading on 29 June. The advanced-materials operation became Solstice Advanced Materials in October 2025. CNBC's Jim Cramer views Honeywell Aerospace as an interesting long-term opportunity, comparing the breakup to General Electric's multi-year split. He suggests targeted companies can eventually achieve higher valuations than their parent conglomerates, though it may take several quarters for markets to recognise this value. Honeywell Technologies reported second-quarter sales of $5.2 billion, up 3% overall and 4% organically. Orders increased 16%, creating a backlog exceeding $20 billion. Building Automation revenues grew 9% on data centre and healthcare demand, whilst Industrial Automation sales rose 4%.
Kenneth J. West, President and CEO of Process Technologies at Honeywell International, sold 17,032 shares of common stock for $4.2 million on 27 July 2026, according to an SEC filing. The shares were sold at $243.77 each. The transaction involved West exercising stock options with an exercise price of $200.61 and immediately selling the shares. Following the sale, West reduced his direct common stock ownership by 89%. West retains 2,132 shares held directly, 373 shares held indirectly through a 401(k) plan, and 4,867 derivative securities in the form of employee stock options. His total beneficial ownership is valued at $618,860 based on Honeywell's closing price of $247.05 on 28 July 2026. Honeywell is a diversified technology and manufacturing conglomerate with a market capitalisation of $78.3 billion.
Honeywell International reported 4% organic sales growth in Q2 2026, driven by Building Automation and Industrial Automation. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.95, up 10% year-over-year, whilst segment margins expanded by 100 basis points to 19%. Orders grew 16% organically, with ending backlog rising 9%. Free cash flow reached approximately $500 million for the quarter. The company raised its full-year outlook, now expecting organic sales growth of 3% to 4% and adjusted EPS of $8.20 at midpoint. Free cash flow conversion is forecast at approximately 95% for 2026. Process Automation Technologies sales declined 1% organically, though this exceeded original expectations. Honeywell's divestitures of Productivity Solutions and Services and Warehouse and Workflow Solutions are expected to reduce 2026 revenue by approximately $400 million.
Honeywell International reported $5.19 billion in revenue for the quarter ending June 2026, marking a 49.9% year-over-year decline. The figure exceeded the consensus estimate of $4.98 billion by 4.19%. Earnings per share came in at $1.95, down from $5.50 a year earlier, but beat the $1.80 estimate by 8.33%. Key segments showed mixed results. Industrial Automation generated $1.5 billion in net sales, down 36.9% year-over-year but above the $1.45 billion estimate. Building Automation segment profit reached $542 million, surpassing the $526.58 million forecast. Aerospace Technologies segment profit of $1.13 billion fell short of the $1.17 billion estimate. Honeywell shares have declined 48.8% over the past month.