Software Engineer- Contract Role- Galway
Excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer to join a thriving company in Galway on a contract basis.
The successful candidate will develop robust, flexible, reusable, efficient and scalable manufacturing applications.
Key Responsibilities:
* Database design, development, monitoring and SQL script authoring.
* Work closely with customers in defining system requirements and propose creative and cost effective solutions for new and upgraded equipment.
* Write detailed functional design requirements.
* Contribute to all phases of software development including design, implementation, unit test, integration, release, and validation support.
* Generates quotations, concepts and business cases for new and upgrade equipment.
* Commission, test, troubleshoot and support existing and new manufacturing equipment.
* Proactively drive innovation and integration of new technologies into development strategies for the software team.
* Ensure equipment solutions are delivered within planned schedules and within budget.
Key Requirements:
* BSc/MSc degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering or related discipline.
* Minimum of 5 years in software development with experience and a thorough knowledge in the following: VB.Net, C#, VB 6.
* Understanding of data modelling and storage with relational databases (preferably SQL).
* Understanding of software integration with manufacturing equipment with protocols such as OPC, UPC-UA, TCP/IP, HTTP.
* Machine or device control design experience.
* Excellent communication skills combined with an imaginative and creative approach to problem solving.