Senior Software Engineer

About the Role

An opportunity exists for a senior-level automation engineer to take a leading role in the design and implementation of advanced software solutions across a range of industrial control systems. This role includes defining architecture standards, ensuring technical compliance, mentoring team members, and contributing to ongoing innovation and process improvement. The position involves cross-disciplinary collaboration and hands-on development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of software for programmable controllers, operator interfaces, SCADA systems, motion platforms, machine vision, and robotics.

• Define and maintain technical documentation, including specifications and architecture overviews.

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams to deliver fully integrated systems.

• Ensure software is developed in line with relevant quality, compliance, and validation standards.

• Provide hands-on programming, testing, and troubleshooting support throughout the project lifecycle.

• Drive improvements in development workflows, tools, and methodologies.

• Support the technical growth of junior team members through mentoring and knowledge sharing.

• Contribute to the long-term technical direction and innovation initiatives of the engineering function.

Key Skills Required

Essential:

• Degree-level qualification in engineering, computer science, or a related field.

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in the development of software for industrial automation systems.

• Deep understanding of programming logic controllers and associated hardware/software interfaces.

• Practical experience with user interface systems, motion control platforms, and system safety integration.

• Strong grasp of best practices in validation, quality control, and technical compliance in controlled environments.

• Experience working with robotics and integration of visual inspection or guidance systems.

• Knowledge of industrial networks and communication protocols used in automation environments.

• Strong leadership, communication, and documentation capabilities.

Preferred:

• Experience using general-purpose programming languages for auxiliary tools or testing (e.g., scripting or compiled languages).

• Familiarity with systems integration, manufacturing data handling, and modern digital transformation technologies.

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles in control environments.

• Previous involvement in projects subject to regulatory oversight and structured qualification processes.

• Exposure to agile methodologies and cross-functional technical teams.

• Working knowledge of DevOps-style tools for version control, automation, or deployment.

If this role looks like it could be for you and you're interested in learning more, feel free to apply below!