Applications Developer

Description

Job Summary:
The Industrial Applications Developer thrives at the intersection of manufacturing operations and
modern software engineering. This role is ideal for someone who understands how factory floors
actually run and can translate that into robust, scalable digital solutions. You'll work closely with
operations, engineering, and IT teams to build and integrate applications that streamline production,
connect equipment, and enhance data visibility across the enterprise. They work with stakeholders
to determine the needs of the business and create custom solutions to meet those needs. They must
understand different programming languages, have an eye for design, and be skilled in problemsolving.
Essential Functions:
Application Development & Integration
Design, develop, and maintain industrial applications using C# and Java.
Build and support integrations between manufacturing systems and ERP platforms (SAP,
Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
Develop middleware and data pipelines to ensure reliable, real-time information flow
across systems.
Industrial Connectivity & Protocols
Implement communication interfaces using industrial protocols such as MODBUS
(TCP/RTU) and MQTT.
Integrate shop-floor equipment, PLCs, sensors, and SCADA/MES systems into enterprise
applications.
Troubleshoot communication issues between hardware and software systems.
Manufacturing Systems Support
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to understand process requirements
and translate them into technical solutions.
Enhance system reliability, performance, and usability for manufacturing operations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by developing tools that optimize workflows,
reduce downtime, and improve data accuracy.
Architecture & Best Practices
Contribute to system architecture decisions and ensure solutions follow best practices for
scalability, security, and maintainability.
Write clean, well-documented code and participate in code reviews.
Maintain version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing where applicable.
Qualifications & Experience:
Education, Training & Professional Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field-or equivalent
practical experience.
Strong programming skills in C# and Java.
Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments, including exposure to production
processes and industrial equipment.
Proven experience integrating with ERP systems and understanding of common ERP data
structures.
Practical knowledge of MODBUS, MQTT, and other industrial communication protocols.
Experience with relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, etc.).
Ability to troubleshoot complex system interactions across hardware, software, and
network layers.
Knowledge & Employment Standards:
Experience with MES, SCADA, or IIoT platforms.
Familiarity with OPC UA, REST APIs, or message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Understanding of cybersecurity principles in industrial environments.
Experience working in Agile development environments.

Requirements

ASP.NET, .NET, Application Architecture, API Development, AWS Technologies, SAP, Java, C Sharp Programming (C#), Data Pipelines

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