Software Engineer (C#, .NET / Industrial Automation)

Hiring for a Client - Pike Automation About the Role We are looking for a Software Engineer with strong hands-on experience in C#/.NET development to build and support Level 2 automation systems for industrial and manufacturing environments. Candidates with 1 year of experience and relevant industrial/manufacturing exposure may also be considered. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Level 2 Automation Systems for industrial and manufacturing plants. Build applications for process monitoring, production tracking, reporting, alarm management, data logging, and process optimization . Develop enterprise-grade applications using C#, .NET Framework/.NET Core, ASP.NET, Windows Services, and REST APIs . Develop communication interfaces between PLCs, SCADA, MES, ERP, Laboratory Systems, Continuous Casters , and other industrial equipment. Design and manage databases using Microsoft SQL Server and/or Oracle . Write complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and database schemas . Develop data acquisition, processing, and integration modules for real-time plant operations. Participate in system architecture discussions and contribute to scalable, high-performance solutions. Perform testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization . Support onsite commissioning, deployment, system integration, and production stabilization at customer locations. Collaborate with automation engineers, plant teams, project managers, and other stakeholders. Integrate third-party industrial systems and devices using industrial communication protocols and APIs . Prepare technical documentation, deployment guides, and user manuals. Provide post-implementation support and recommend continuous improvements. Follow coding standards, software quality practices, and project timelines. Stay updated on Industrial Automation, Smart Manufacturing, Industrial IoT, and Digital Transformation technologies. Mandatory Requirements 2 years of hands-on software development experience in C#/.NET with strong programming fundamentals. Strong working knowledge of C#/.NET Framework and/or .NET Core , including ASP.NET, Windows Services, and REST APIs . Ability to independently write, understand, explain, and debug production-level application code . Practical experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle , including queries, stored procedures, triggers, and database schema design. Experience building, delivering, or supporting enterprise-grade applications . Comfortable working in a client-facing environment . B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or a related engineering discipline. Exposure to Level 2 / Industrial Automation systems is highly preferred. Additional Consideration Candidates with 1 year of experience may also be considered if they have relevant industrial/manufacturing domain exposure . Ideal Candidate: A hands-on C#/.NET Software Engineer with strong SQL skills and enterprise application experience, preferably with exposure to industrial automation, manufacturing, MES, SCADA, PLC, or Level 2 systems .