
Posted 7 days ago
Senior Software Engineer I (Java)
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Senior Software Engineer I (Java) responsible for the full lifecycle of software features—design, development, deployment, testing, documentation, and support—within Inductive Automation's industrial automation products.
About this role
Job Description
The Senior Software Engineer I (Java) (Senior Software Engineer I (Historian)) is responsible for creating and maintaining software that is sold by Inductive Automation, LLC. They participate in all phases of product development, including design, specification, implementation, testing, building, deployment, documentation, support, and maintenance. This role may be required to interact with customers to troubleshoot products or obtain requirements.
Note: This is a full-time, hybrid position with regular in-office collaboration, typically two days per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We're seeking candidates located in or near Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, Yolo, or Alameda Counties who can commute to our Folsom, CA office.
Responsibilities
Independently responsible for the entire lifecycle of projects or features including engineering design, development, and deployment
Improving code structure and architecture in service of testability and maintainability
Writing, co-writing, and reviewing design documentation
Maintaining high proficiency in one or more technical areas
Prioritizing and valuing unowned or undesirable work that enables the team to move faster
Ensuring work meets quality standard
Working with their team and adjacent teams to solve problems
Escalating problems that have wider scope
Assisting and teaching other engineers on an individual basis
Completing thoughtful and constructive code reviews in a timely manner
Responsible for one or more product areas or other IC leadership role (Product Lead, Scrum Master)
Requirements
Required:
3-5 years of software engineering or software development experience, preferably in a related field
A comprehensive understanding of computer science concepts and ability to apply expertise in object-oriented design, multi-threaded architecture, data structures, algorithms, and cybersecurity
Hands-on programming experience using relevant languages (Java and/or Typescript)
Experience using relevant tool suites. (IntelliJ or equivalent, Git, Webpack)
Proficiency in SQL or a relational database (querying, schema design, stored procedures)
Experience ingesting data at scale (high-volume, high-frequency, or streaming data pipelines)
Creative problem-solving skills
Passionate about building applications that delight users
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working on a team using agile methodologies
Proper utilization of programming concepts to support highly responsive and performant applications, including concurrency and multi-threading
Strongly Preferred:
Familiarity with time-series data concepts (compression, interpolation, aggregation, deadband)
Knowledge of industrial data standards (OPC-DA, OPC-UA, MQTT, Modbus)
Experience writing historian connectors, adapters, or APIs
Background in data pipeline or ETL development for operational data
About Us
Who are we?
Champions for industrial automation innovation and driven by a mission statement to empower our customers to swiftly turn great ideas into reality by removing all technological and economic obstacles, we create and deliver solutions that relieve pain points, bring efficiency to operations and optimize integration.
Why Choose Inductive Automation?
Our passion goes beyond customers. We celebrate your personal and professional milestones, and we support our teams with meaningful work in a collaborative environment.
We find that great work-life balance inspires teams to do their best work and empowers people to live their best lives. That's why diversity, fun, and flexibility are ingrained into our work culture.
The Inductive Automation team understands the importance of personal growth and social connection. So things like time for professional development, or company and team activities are baked right into the schedule to keep us all engaged, connected, and prospering.
Benefits and Perks
100% Employee Covered Health Care: Don’t pay a dime for your medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off: Receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
401k with Match: Save for the future with our company-matching 401k program
World-Class Headquarters: While on-site, enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages, then challenge a friend to a game of pool, table tennis, shuffleboard, or foosball
Adjacent Nature Reserve: On-site employees enjoy breathtaking views and adventures that energize and inspire
Additional Information
At this time, we are unable to offer employment for individuals located outside of the United States and/or those who require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status). We know you've got a lot of options when seeking an employer where your skills and talents will shine, so we really appreciate that you considered us.
Inductive Automation, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability. Verification of US employment eligibility required.
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