AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

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Job Title: Principal Software Engineer – Industrial Automation

Location: Home Office (Florida)

Employment Type: Full Time- Hybrid

The job  

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer to join our Monitoring and Control Business within the operations BU of Aveva.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and enhancing the driver development subsystem for our Enterprise SCADA product. This role involves troubleshooting customer-reported issues from deployed versions of the driver framework while also designing and implementing new features. The position requires deep expertise in C++ and systems-level programming, with a strong background in Windows-based debugging and troubleshooting.

Key responsibilities 

Develop and enhance the driver development subsystem of System Platform, our flagship Enterprise SCADA product.

Troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported issues on existing driver framework versions.

Implement new features for the driver framework to support emerging industrial automation needs.

Work with industrial communication protocols, including:

Siemens S7Plus protocol

Allen Bradley CIP protocol

REST and SOAP-based protocols

MQTT protocol (Sparkplug and JSON-based)

Extensive experience with OPC UA

Conduct system-level programming to optimize performance and reliability.

Utilize debugging and performance analysis tools such as Wireshark, Debug Diag, and Perfmon.

Collaborate with geographically distributed teams and work across multiple stakeholders including Technical Support, End Customers, and Internal Engineering Teams.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Essential requirements

15+ years of real-time experience in C++ development.

15+ years of experience in systems-level programming.

Strong expertise in troubleshooting and debugging Windows-based applications.

Proficiency in Wireshark, Debug Diag, and Perfmon for debugging and performance analysis.

Experience working with communication protocols used in industrial automation.

Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to debugging complex issues.

Desired skills and competencies

Experience developing platform-agnostic C++ code.

Exposure to Linux development environments.

Proficiency in C# and working with web servers.

Familiarity with gRPC and microservices architecture.

Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.

Behavioural Skills:

Strong team player with the ability to work across geographically distributed teams.

Excellent communication skills for working with Technical Support, End Customers, and other stakeholders.

Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks effectively.

If you are a seasoned software engineer with a passion for industrial automation and SCADA systems, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of our Enterprise SCADA solutions for AVEVA.

R&D at AVEVA 

Our global team of 2000+ developers work on an incredibly diverse portfolio of over 75 industrial automation and engineering products, which cover everything from data management to 3D design. AI and cloud are at the centre of our strategy, and we have over 150 patents to our name.

Our track record of innovation is no fluke – it’s the result of a structured and deliberate focus on learning, collaboration and inclusivity. If you want to build applications that solve big problems, join us.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/r-and-d-careers/

USA Benefits include:

Flex work hours, 20 days PTO rising to 25 with service, three paid volunteering days, primary and secondary parental leave, well-being support, medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/

Hybrid working

By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process

About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.

We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/

AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check.  Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.  AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.