Senior Software Developer / IT Engineer

Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior .NET Developer with a strong background in manufacturing environments and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) to design, develop, and maintain our internally developed plant production and business systems. This role is hands-on, yet also requires the ability to independently lead projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate excels at cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder communication, and the entire software development lifecycle—ensuring robust and scalable solutions that meet plant and business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of our custom Plant Production Systems (MES, Data Collection, and traceability).
• Own project scope, deadlines, and execution, including communication of status updates, risks, and deliverables to internal stakeholders and management.
• Maintain and evolve our Corporate and Plant Production Systems’ software code base, adhering to best practices in .NET development.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and regulatory standards.
• Provide on-call support for plant floor systems, troubleshooting issues and driving root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure and server teams on networking, servers, and security

Qualifications and Experience: 

• 6+ years of progressive experience in .NET software development (C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core).
• Proven track record in independently leading complex software projects, from requirements gathering to deployment.
• Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing concepts and supporting MES, SCADA, or traceability systems in a production environment.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (or other ERP systems), ServiceNow, Ignition, and Leading2Lean is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of IT Security and Business Risk Controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Technical Leadership: Ability to define technical roadmaps, architect solutions, and lead development efforts.
• Excellent Debugging Skills: Capable of diagnosing complex issues spanning multiple systems or components.
• Database Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to write efficient SQL queries, stored procedures, and manage database objects (SQL Server, Oracle).
• Project Management: Skilled at stakeholder communication, setting realistic timelines, and adapting to shifting priorities.
• Collaborative Mindset: Proven success working with cross-functional teams (e.g., Production, Operations, QA).
• Strong Communication: Adept at conveying technical concepts to non-technical audiences; capable of producing clear technical documentation.

Core Technologies (Preferred):

• NET Ecosystem: C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, .NET Core
• Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Web Services: WebAPI, RESTful, JSON
• Databases: SQL Server, Oracle
• DevOps & Source Control: Git
• Manufacturing Tools: Inductive Automation Ignition, Leading2Lean, PTC Kepware, Telit Devicewise
• Enterprise Systems: SAP, ServiceNow
• Collaboration: Microsoft Office, SharePoint

Working conditions:

• Location: This role is based on-site in our Greenfield, Indiana facility. While some hybrid flexibility may be available, the position requires regular presence at the manufacturing plant to effectively support production and IT operations.
• Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including 24/7 production facilities where associate may be on-call. Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and computer screens.
• Travel: May require occasional domestic (and possibly international) travel to other facilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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