Controls Software Developer

ATS Corporation; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global automation firm is seeking a Software Developer to join their team in Cambridge, UK. This role involves developing databases for advanced manufacturing processes and ensuring seamless integration with automation systems. Candidates should have at least 5 years of software development experience, including skills in C# and SQL Server. Collaboration with stakeholders and commitment to quality standards are essential. The position may require 5-15% international travel to support installations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional software development experience.
• Experience in developing API servers and clients.
• Knowledge of SQL execution plans and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy databases for data-driven processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Test and deploy software ensuring quality standards.

Skills

C# & .NET

SQL Server

Web UI design

JavaScript

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Post secondary Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

SCADA

Job description

The world isnt standing still and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We dont follow the trends. We set them!

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team a division of ATS Corporation a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems what we do matters we custom design build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error and product failure is not an option leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.

Job Description

• Contribute to cutting-edge custom machines by developing and deploying databases and middleware for data-driven manufacturing and data-driven process optimization.
• Integrate software seamlessly with electrical and mechanical systems.
• Develop innovative processes and deploy with machine installations at customer sites around the globe.
• Gather user requirements design and develop advanced data systems and create and execute comprehensive test plans.
• Evaluate needs and craft solutions that enable automation equipment to connect and exchange information with a variety of customer information systems.
• Lead and support the department with your expertise and skillset becoming a key player in our success.
• C# & .NET: Develop high-performance applications API servers and clients using the technologies and best practices.
• SQL Server: Design high performance database schemas and procedures for maintaining part traceability and quality through custom automation processes in a high-rate concurrent environment.
• Industrial Automation Systems: Work hands‑on with key systems like PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, MES and ERP driving technological advancements system connectivity and shaping the future of data‑driven manufacturing.

Responsibilities include:

• Stakeholder Interaction & Requirements Gathering: Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand and document software requirements ensuring a comprehensive grasp of their needs and expectations.
• Coding Excellence: Commit to writing and reviewing code that adheres to clean coding practices and Test-Driven Development maintaining high standards of software quality.
• Automation Integration: Deployment and testing of the database customer APIs front end UIs and middleware components that have been created for the equipment will be a significant part of this role.
• Teamwork and Technical Support: Proactively engage in teamwork across various departments working with shop floor integrators systems designers and validation engineers. Offer and receive support to concept design deploy optimize troubleshoot and test software applications ensuring smooth operation effective user support and continuous improvement.
• Communication and Collaboration: Actively participate in various initiatives to enhance team dynamics and knowledge base. This could include presenting demos problem-solving sessions creating and delivering department training to improve overall knowledge and skill set in this subject matter.
• International travel expectation between 5%–15% to support equipment installation.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.

Qualifications

Education

• Post secondary Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent with emphasis on software design and development.

Experience

• 5 years of professional software development experience in the following areas:
• Developing and executing unit testing and system functionality testing mitigating deployment risk and schedule impact.
• Developing API servers and clients using the OpenAPI specification.
• Web UI design and best practices is an asset.
• Authentication technology such as OAuth (API authentication).
• Translating user requirements to functional design requirements and solutions.
• Writing and optimizing complex SQL queries and transactions that maintain data integrity in a high-volume high-concurrency OTLP database.
• Interpreting SQL execution plans optimizing queries and indexing for performance.
• Database server administration and maintenance.
• Programming Skillset: SQL/database architecture design and deployment.
• (C#) using Razor pages and MVC.
• REST API client design and deployment.
• Knowledge of JavaScript including experience with one or more frameworks.
• Business Processes and Systems: Working experience developing for MES and ERP systems.
• Problem-Solving Ability: Robust analytical and problem-solving skills capable of addressing complex challenges.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication abilities both in writing and verbally able to articulate ideas clearly and collaborate effectively in a team.
• Database Knowledge: Proficiency in database systems with a preference for SQL Server.
• Cybersecurity Understanding: Preference for good understanding of cybersecurity best practices the importance of securing applications including OWASP guidelines would be a benefit.
• Industrial Automation Systems: Experience with Rockwell and Siemens PLCs HMIs and SCADA systems in a manufacturing environment would be an asset.

Health Safety and Environmental:

• All employees have the responsibility to work in a safe manner and report any health safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner.
• Work in compliance with divisional health safety and environmental procedures.
• 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 Report defect in any equipment or protective device.
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks.
• Attend all required health safety and environmental training.
• Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor.
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents.
• Refrain from engaging in any prank contest feat of strength unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.