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 Io T, 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.