Software Developer

ATS Industrial Automation; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Bonus

Stock Purchase Plan

3 Weeks Vacation

Health Care Benefits

Employee Development Programs

Job summary

ATS Industrial Automation, located in Vaughan, Canada, is seeking a skilled software engineer to design and implement custom solutions based on client requirements. Responsibilities include developing software in C# and C/C++, integrating various technologies, and ensuring high standards of quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, and extensive experience in embedded systems and SCADA. Join a team that values ethical practices and offers comprehensive benefits, including vacations and health care plans.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional software engineering experience, including full software development life cycle.
• Minimum 3 years of embedded software development experience using C/C++.
• Experience with SCADA and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop C# and .NET code for software products.
• Design and implement SCADA systems and integration with various devices.
• Debug and commission programs during integration and installation.
• Provide customer training specific to their project.

Skills

C# and .NET programming

Embedded software development (C/C++)

SCADA systems design

Project management tools (GitHub, Jira)

TCP/IP, CAN, LIN protocols

Object-oriented design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Various instrumentation and data acquisition devices

Job description

Role Overview

Designs and implements custom software based on customer and project requirements. Programming assignments may involve PC and/or PLC’s, and the integration of various third-party instrumentation or data acquisition devices. Integration stage will combine software with associated custom-built machine(s) and involve proving out mechanical, electrical, and software components to produce a fully functional system. Systems span a wide variety of industries and technologies. Work is performed under the supervision, guidance, and direction of more senior software developers and is commensurate with level of ability.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $36.54 - $50.24
• Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
• Stock Purchase Plan
• 3 Weeks Vacation
• Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly snack day, etc.)
• Employee Development Programs

Responsibilities

• Develop C# and .NET code for Test Executive and SAMS software products
• Develop software in C/C++ code for microcontroller hardware targets (Arduino, Raspberry Pi). Designing software for remote IoT devices
• Design and implement SCADA systems using ATS Test software packages. This includes data collection from PLC, instrumentation, barcode scanners, vision systems, and other 3rd party equipment.
• With input and guidance from more senior developers, design programs specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS Test Systems programming methods.
• Debug and commission test system programs on the shop floor during systems integration stage and then on the customer’s site during installation.
• Work with customers, project managers, other software developers, designers, toolmakers, and technicians to solve problems to provide the customer with a complete functional system.
• Write programs in clear concise high-level structured software development languages. Use object oriented design methods whenever appropriate so systems can be easily integrated and enhanced for future applications. Document all procedure methods and data structures within the source so other programmers can easily learn to work with the software.
• Inform customer project personnel regarding documentation and advise them on solving technical problems.
• Provide customer training specific to their current project, i.e.: machine operation, programming principles, program functionality and program structure.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS code of business conduct.
• Adhere to all Health and safety rules and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 5 years of professional software engineering experience in production systems, including full software development life cycle, coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience.
• Minimum 3 years of embedded software development experience using C/C++; prior working experience with automotive software standards, test procedures and build processes.
• Experience with project and software configuration management processes and tools (e.g. GitHub and Jira).
• Experience in deciphering TCP/IP, CAN and LIN packet traces.
• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) systems.
• Good background in object-oriented programming languages and design methodologies; understanding of C# and .NET code.
• Preferred experience developing real-time data acquisition and control applications.
• Experience with configuration/troubleshooting of instrumentation (power supplies, meters, sensors, safety switches, etc.) using vendor software and interfaces.
• Good oral and written communication skills and high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a geographically dispersed team.
• Ability to manage time and meet deliverable timing is critical.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements.
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods.
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts, defect in any equipment or protective device, and any accidents/incidents to the supervisor.
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks.
• Attend all required health, safety and environmental training.
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents where applicable.
• Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations.