Senior Software Engineer - Warehouse Automation
KION Group AG5 months ago
Grand Rapids, MI, USA +2 moreSenior
Base Salary
$120k - $180k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of software applications for material handling and warehouse automation systems.
- Architect scalable, high-performance solutions integrating with WCS, WIS, and WMS platforms.
- Define technical requirements and software roadmaps with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to mid-level and junior engineers.
- Conduct code reviews, enforce engineering best practices, and maintain software quality.
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance applications for reliability, performance, and scalability.
- Create and maintain architecture diagrams, user guides, and technical specifications.
- Lead technical projects from conception through deployment and support innovation in automation software.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of professional software development experience.
- Strong expertise in C, C++, and JavaScript within Linux and RHEL server environments.
- Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and software development best practices.
- Experience with Git, database design and management, and Oracle or PostgreSQL.
- Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Preferred qualifications include industrial automation, supply chain, material handling, WMS/WIS/WCS, real-time system integration, Qt or Angular frontend development, cybersecurity best practices, and technical project leadership.
Benefits
- Full-time position with leadership and career growth opportunities.
- Some travel may be required depending on project needs.
- Competitive salary and benefits package provided.
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About KION Group AG
KION Group AG builds industrial trucks (forklifts) and warehouse automation systems for manufacturers, logistics providers, and e-commerce operators. It operates through brands such as Dematic, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli, offering equipment, software, and lifecycle services including maintenance and fleet management. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, KION is a public company listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.