Senior Developer- Manfuacturing

Overview

Senior Developer, Manufacturing Applications – Norcross, GA

Composing the core of a brighter world. LIGHTERA has a long history in optical innovations and provides fibers, cables, components and devices for customers with exceptional service. Our mission is to build brighter, more connected communities through cutting‑edge optical technologies.

• Support shop floor applications enabling LIGHTERA digital manufacturing capabilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Gather and assess requirements, design, develop, and support multiple native and third‑party applications.
• Operate as a member of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) group based in Norcross, GA.
• Occasional travel (domestic and international) may be required.

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or equivalent experience
• 7+ years delivering manufacturing shop floor solutions using current generation Industry 4.0 technologies
• Experience with Ignition (Perspective/Vision), Unified Name Space (UNS with MQTT), and MES/SCADA platforms (Fuuz, Kanoa, Sepasoft, etc.)
• Ability to translate business demands into structured software requirements and design documents, including MES capabilities such as OEE, production tracking, quality, traceability and genealogy
• Exposure to Oracle and/or MS SQL databases and related development platforms
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; solid understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and source control technologies
• Proficiency with Microsoft .NET Framework, MS Visual Studio 2022 or later; languages including ASP.NET, C#, Python/Jython and Java

• 10+ years of experience with multiple MES platforms and manufacturing application development in 24x7 global production environments
• Experience guiding external system integrators and third‑party solution providers
• Experience with ERP, Quality, Maintenance, HR integrations as part of a shop floor solution
• Ability to articulate the ISA‑95 model and data flow architecture within Industry 4.0
• Exposure to UNS, data flow and data architecture options; experience with shop floor data technologies (MQTT, Snowflake, Kafka, OPC UA) and SCADA systems, PLCs, historians
• Exposure to AI tools and technologies (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT)
• Experience with multiple programming languages, Web Development Methodologies (MVC, Razor, REST/SOAP, JSON); ERP systems (SAP & JDE) is a plus

• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office applications
• Maintain discretion with confidential and proprietary information
• Adhere to safety policies and conduct standards
• Model safe work practices and behaviors
• Additional duties as assigned

Working at LIGHTERA means opportunities to realize ideas, experience innovation, and discover new solutions. We offer competitive salaries and benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a matching 401(k) plan. Visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. LIGHTERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.