Software Engr II

Software Engineer II – SCADA / C++ / .NET / IEC Protocols About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer II to join our industrial automation and SCADA engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess strong software development expertise in C++ and .NET technologies and be passionate about building reliable, high-performance solutions for mission-critical industrial and power automation systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on SCADA platforms, industrial communication interfaces, and next-generation engineering solutions supporting IEC-based protocols. Strong software engineering fundamentals and the willingness to rapidly learn and scale in industrial protocols are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using modern C++ and C#/.NET technologies. • Develop and enhance features for SCADA, industrial automation, and communication interface products. • Support protocol integration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities related to IEC communication standards. • Analyse and resolve software defects, performance bottlenecks, and customer-reported issues. • Participate in software architecture discussions, technical design reviews, code reviews, and release activities. • Develop scalable, secure, and maintainable software following established engineering practices. • Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, QA teams, and global engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions. • Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging activities. • Utilize AI-assisted engineering tools to improve development productivity, code quality, testing effectiveness, and documentation. • Contribute to Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives. Required Technical Skills Software Development • Strong hands-on experience in C++ development. • Strong experience in C#/.NET Framework and/or .NET application development. • Good understanding of Object-Oriented Design principles, SOLID principles, and design patterns. • Experience with multithreaded, concurrent, and distributed applications. • Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills. • Experience with Visual Studio and software development best practices. AI-Assisted Engineering • Hands-on experience using AI-based development tools such as: • GitHub Copilot • Microsoft Copilot • ChatGPT or equivalent AI coding assistants • Ability to leverage AI tools for: • Code generation • Debugging and troubleshooting • Test case creation • Documentation • Productivity improvement • Strong judgment in validating and reviewing AI-generated outputs before adoption. Development Tools & Practices • Git, Azure DevOps, or equivalent source control systems. • CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices. • Agile/Scrum development methodologies. • Unit testing and code review practices. Preferred Skills • Exposure to SCADA, Industrial Automation, or Power Systems applications. • Exposure to: • IEC 60870-5-101 • IEC 60870-5-104 • IEC 61850 • Understanding of industrial communication protocols and real-time systems. • Familiarity with protocol diagnostic tools such as Wireshark. • Experience with SQL Server or relational database technologies. • Exposure to cybersecurity concepts in industrial control systems. • Knowledge of substation automation and power utility applications. Qualifications • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or related discipline. • 2-5 years of software development experience. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative global engineering environment. Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is: • Strong in C++ and .NET development. • Comfortable working with complex software systems and troubleshooting challenging problems. • Experienced in using AI tools such as GitHub Copilot or Microsoft Copilot as part of daily engineering workflows. • Interested in industrial automation and SCADA technologies. • Willing to learn and become proficient in IEC60870 and IEC61850 communication protocols. • Self-driven, adaptable, and passionate about continuous learning and innovation.