Software Developer

DeepOcean; Kristiansand; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is seeking a Software Developer to join the Zone Management Technology team in Digital Products & Automation. You will work on the Red Zone Manager and related automation products that operate offshore, integrating camera-based AI with industrial automation to monitor hazardous areas and stop machinery when needed.

The role emphasizes performance, reliability, and safety in real-world industrial environments, requiring collaboration with engineers and domain specialists while solving complex

Qualifications

• Solid experience in software development, with a strong focus on C++ or C#.
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Software Development, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Relevant professional experience may compensate for formal education.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Evolving the Red Zone Manager and related automation products.
• Working with real-time data and machine integration.
• Collaborating with developers, engineers and domain specialists.

Skills

C++

C#

English (fluency)

Real-time systems

Industrial automation

Computer vision

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Development/Computer Science

Tools

Angular

.NET

ASP.NET

SignalR

gRPC

Protocol Buffers

Job description

Develop and evolve the Red Zone Manager and related automation products, working with real-time data, machine integration, and safety systems.

• Solid experience in software development with a strong focus on C++ or C#
• Degree in Software Development, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience with Angular, .NET, ASP.NET, SignalR, gRPC, or Protocol Buffers
• Knowledge of industrial automation, PLC systems, or real-time systems

NOV is looking for a Software Developer to join our Zone Management Technology team in Digital Products & Automation. The team develops industrial software systems used on offshore drilling rigs worldwide, including the Red Zone Manager (RZM), Anti-Collision System (ACS), and Pipe Interlock Management (PIM) products. These barrier systems help improve operational safety by integrating software, automation, and machine control in demanding offshore environments.

You will primarily work with the Red Zone Manager (RZM), a rapidly growing product within NOV’s automation portfolio. RZM combines camera-based AI with industrial automation to detect personnel in hazardous areas and, when necessary, automatically stop machinery to help prevent incidents. This is an opportunity to work on software systems operating in a real-world industrial environments where performance, reliability and safety have direct operational impact.

We believe you’ll be a great fit if you enjoy solving complex technical problems and are comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with a team.

Diversity & Inclusion

At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe different perspectives strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and contribute to our success.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities

Evolving the Red Zone Manager and related automation products.

Working with real-time data and machine integration.

Collaborating with developers, engineers and domain specialists.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

Solid experience in software development, with a strong focus on C++ or C#.

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Software Development, Computer Science, or a related field.

Relevant professional experience may compensate for formal education.

Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desired Qualifications:

Industrial automation or PLC systems.

Real-time or distributed systems.

Computer vision or AI-integrated systems.

Oil & gas, or other industrial domains.

Offshore or safety-critical environments.

Technologies and tools we work with include:

Angular

C# /.

C++

PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)

• C++ (Programming language)

The team develops industrial software systems used on offshore drilling rigs worldwide, including the Red Zone Manager (RZM), Anti-Collision System (ACS), and Pipe Interlock Management (PIM) products.

These barrier systems help improve operational safety by integrating software, automation, and machine control in demanding offshore environments.

RZM combines camera-based AI with industrial automation to detect personnel in hazardous areas and, when necessary, automatically stop machinery to help prevent incidents.

At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We value diversity in all its forms and believe different perspectives strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and contribute to our success.