Senior Ignition Developer

Senior Ignition Developer – Comstock Park, MI

• Work closely with team members and clients to create and implement solutions.
• Assume responsibility for projects and ensure they are completed on time, fulfilling all project requirements.
• Offer technical expertise and guidance to team members and clients.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to boost efficiency and productivity.
• Keep current with the latest Ignition developments and firmware and be willing to integrate them into projects.
• Maintain a high level of quality and attention to detail in all work.
• Develop complex Named Queries, database schemas, and integration logic for SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL or other enterprise databases.
• Architect and develop enterprise-scale Ignition 8.x SCADA solutions, including Perspective HMI/SCADA applications, Vision projects, and Gateway infrastructure (Ignition 8 and up is crucial as it is a major update).
• Build reusable component libraries, custom scripting modules (Gateway, Designer, Client scopes), and maintain version control best practices.
• Perform code reviews, establish scripting standards (Python/Jython), and enforce architectural patterns across projects.
• Lead customer-facing technical discussions on architectures, and some essential knowledge on cybersecurity standards (ISA/IEC 62443), and IT/OT network design.
• Commission systems on-site, perform FAT/SAT protocols, and deliver training to client operations/maintenance teams.
• Troubleshoot production issues, optimize system performance, and implement disaster recovery/high availability strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Proficient in programming languages like SQL, Python, Java, and others.
• 7+ years hands‑on experience designing, developing, and deploying Ignition SCADA systems (Vision and/or Perspective).
• Comprehensive understanding of team‑oriented best practices and processes, including but not limited to MS Project, Jira, excel, or other forms of timeline/scope management.
• Ability to actively listen, probe, and identify concerns. Develop credibility, loyalty, trust, & commitment.
• Ability to negotiate, resolve conflict and proactive decision analysis.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%. This may include domestic and international travel, depending on the project.
• Good communicator, organized & self‑motivated leader.
• Effective oral, written, & digital communication skills.
• Excellent organization and documentation skills for efficient task and time management.