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About Us
We are a leading automation machinery manufacturing company committed to revolutionizing industrial processes through innovation, precision, and software-driven automation. Our engineering teams design and build high-performance machines powered by modern software solutions that drive efficiency, reliability, and scalability for our clients worldwide.

About Us
We are a leading automation machinery manufacturing company committed to revolutionizing industrial processes through innovation, precision, and software-driven automation. Our engineering teams design and build high-performance machines powered by modern software solutions that drive efficiency, reliability, and scalability for our clients worldwide.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Software Engineer with a strong full stack development background to lead and contribute to mission-critical software projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in backend development with Node.js, strong front-end experience, and a robust understanding of systems integration in an industrial or manufacturing context. You will play a key leadership role in architecting and delivering scalable solutions that support our advanced machinery and automation platforms.
Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of scalable full stack applications with a focus on backend systems built in Node.js.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, product managers, and control systems specialists to design integrated solutions.
• Architect system components to support real-time communication between software interfaces and machinery.
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, design discussions, and technical leadership.
• Optimize application performance and maintain high standards for reliability and availability.
• Contribute to long-term technology strategy and software best practices.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry standards.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of professional software development experience with a strong emphasis on backend systems.
• Expert-level proficiency in Node.js and modern backend architecture.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as React, Vue, or Angular.
• Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of APIs, microservices, and integration with hardware systems.
• Proven ability to lead engineering projects and make architectural decisions.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, or hardware-software integration is highly preferred.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, or industrial communication protocols.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Advanced degree in Computer Science or Engineering is a plus.
  

Posted By: Elizabeth Wyckoff

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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