Software Engineer – Automation Engineering

Job Summary

Our client a leading Healthcare & Lifesciences provider is seeking a Software Engineer - Automation Engineering to join their team! This position is located in Chesterfield, Missouri.

• Design, develop, test, and support research control software systems for field equipment and automation platforms
• Build high-quality robotics and machine control applications, including: data acquisition from sensors and hardware/software systems, machinery control and process control, cloud connectivity and machine-to-machine communication, and user interfaces for agricultural equipment and research workflows
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, as well as researchers, scientists, and end users to deliver integrated solutions
• Drive work through all phases of the product lifecycle, including: project planning and organizing/prioritizing work, deriving requirements from system objectives and ensuring reliable delivery, deployment, and support
• Contribute to a range of technical areas such as: API development and integration, data mining/analysis and data transformation pipelines, and in-field testing and validation at the test farm
• Supporting 1st and 2nd tier support teams; occasional direct interaction with users
• Act as a technical leader/mentor, helping guide technical direction and supporting junior engineers

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• 7+ years of experience developing machine control / electromechanical automation software using C#, C/C++, and/or Python required
• Strong multidisciplinary engineering background and proven ability to collaborate across disciplines (mechanical/electrical/software)
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:
  Industrial automation, machine control, robotics, firmware, IoT, building multi-threaded / multi-process applications and services, or networking and communication with devices/services (e.g., TCP/UDP, MQTT) Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills across software + hardware systems

• Experience with Microsoft development stack:
  Visual Studio .NET, WPF, Win Forms, console applications
• Experience developing for Linux-based robotics/automation devices
• Experience supporting products deployed in the field
• Knowledge of serial communication standards (RS232/RS422/RS485)
• Experience with databases (relational and/or No
  
  SQL):
  Oracle, SQLite, Postgre
  
  SQL, SQL Server, Mongo
  
  DB, Cassandra; strong understanding of SQL
• Familiarity with modern development practices and tools OO principles, unit testing, Agile, TDD, CI/CD Git; plus exposure to Jenkins, NuGet, JIRA, Aha, Azure Dev Ops; legacy tools like CVS/Subversion a plus
• Exposure to agricultural field research / experimental setups
• Familiarity with lab environments/instrumentation
• Proven effectiveness working with global, multi-disciplinary teams

• Strong communication skills
• Customer/partner focus
• Entrepreneurial, results-driven mindset

Location:

Chesterfield, Missouri Onsite

Location:

Chesterfield, Missouri Onsite

Pay Range:
The approximate pay range for this position is between $95,000 and 105,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan 401K offered