Senior Software Engineer

Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of software solutions within a Windows environment. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise and experience in software architecture and development, with deep expertise in C, C++, and C#. This role requires hands-on experience interfacing with SCADA systems, working with Genisys, Modbus, Allen Bradley protocols, and integrating with PLCs in industrial automation settings as well as expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Define the software requirements specifications.
• Define software architecture, design and implement the code.
• Excellent familiarity and use of configuration management tools to create baselines, merge source file changes and make formal software releases.
• Build and maintain interfaces between Windows-based applications and SCADA systems.
• Develop and maintain communication of SCADA systems and industry standard protocols such as Genisys, Modbus, UDP, TCP/IP, and Serial Communication.
• Integrate software with PLCs from various vendors (e.g. Allen-Bradley).
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration.
• Making main technical choices for software development
• Optimize and maintain legacy codebases written in C, C++, and C#/.Net.
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Document software architecture, design decisions, and integration workflows.
• Apply Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles to contribute to robust software design.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.
• Consistent achievement of Software Engineering targets (safety, scope, quality, schedule, budget, and technical performance) across Office application programs, project development, and product sustaining efforts
• Adherence to department budget and utilization targets while on-time project staffing
• Adherence to Software Engineering processes, including requirements management, traceability, defect tracking and source code management
• Development and continued growth of competencies in C, C++, C#/.Net

Skills:

Windows, SCADA, industrial automation, Modbus, PLC

Top Skills Details:

Windows,SCADA,industrial automation,Modbus,PLC

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with Web Gui/Full-stack development both front and back-end development.
• Experience with real-time and embedded development, FPGA experience, board bring-up, peripheral bring-up and low-level driver development.
• Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity best-practices.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation tasks.
• Development in a Linux environment is a plus.
• Solid grasp of software design patterns and object-oriented principles.
• Exposure to AI frameworks or machine learning libraries.
• Demonstrated experience in developing software solutions involving GPS technologies
• Experience working with a client server architecture
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio development environment
• Experience with Microsoft SQL server database
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) and XAML.

Experience Level:

Expert Level

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, FL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $64.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.