Software Shopfloor Solutions Engineer

Continental; Braga; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working model

Collaborative international team

Training and talent development

Job summary

Continental is seeking a software developer to design and implement shopfloor solutions for tire production. You will work with .NET, Python and Docker in a global, collaborative environment, supporting 20 tire plants across multiple regions.

The role requires a degree in IT/CS/EE and 1+ year of experience in manufacturing or shopfloor settings, with strong C#/.NET and Python skills, plus Docker experience.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or other related qualification.
• 1+ year(s) of professional experience as software developer, ideally in a manufacturing or shopfloor environment.
• Proficient in C# / .NET, Python development; Unit Testing is a plus.
• Experience building and deploying applications with Docker - containerization, orchestration is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of PLC programming (Siemens and Beckhoff are a plus).
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies (SAFe, or similar).
• Proficient English language skills (verbal and written).
• Reliable team player with structured workstyle and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop shopfloor solutions based on requirements using .NET, Python, OPC UA and Docker.
• Analyze business requirements and translate into technical implementations.
• Collaborate on piloting new features and systems in tire plants.
• Work within an international, multicultural team across 7 locations.
• Provide remote and occasional on-site 3rd level IT support for 20 tire plants.

Skills

C# / .NET

Python

Docker

OPC UA

PLC programming

Agile SAFe

English

Team player

Education

Bachelor's or higher in IT / CS / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Docker

PLC tooling

Job description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000people in 54 countries and markets.

As part of our Manufacturing Technology Engineering Organization, our team of theSolution Development Center (SDC) develops, implements and supports automation solutions for our tire plants worldwide.

By joining the development team, you are responsible for development, industrialization and support our Shopfloor Solutions for our production in all 20 Continental Tire factories around the globe.

You will be part of a motivated IT team supporting digitalization and Industry 4.0 projects and activities on global scale.

Your tasks and responsibilities in detail will be:

• Develop shopfloor solutions based on requirements from internal business partners, primarily using .NET, Python, OPC UA and Docker for containerized solutions;
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical implementations;
• Collaborate on the piloting of new features and systems in our tire plants;
• Work within an international, multicultural team spanning 7 locations globally;
• Provide remote and occasional on-site 3rd level IT support of 20 tire plants in Europe, USA, Mexico, Brazil, China, Malaysia, Thailand, …

If you love creating and improving digital solutions and driving them from idea to implementation, Continental is the perfect match for you.

By joining our development team, you will be responsible for developing manufacturing shopfloor solutions for tire production, working with modern technologies like .NET, Python and Docker in a global and collaborative environment.

• Academic degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or other related qualification;
• 1+ year(s) of professional experience as software developer, ideally in a manufacturing or shopfloor environment;
• Proficient in C# / .NET, Python development (Unit Testing is a plus);
• Experience building and deploying applications with Docker - containerization, container orchestration (is a plus);
• Basic knowledge of PLC programming (Siemens and Beckhoff are a plus);
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies (SAFe, or similar);
• Proficient English language skills (verbal and written);
• Reliable team player with structured workstyle, focused on continuous learning.

• Integration in a dynamic and international work environment;
• Flexible working model;
• Collaborative working style;
• Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.All kind of applications are welcome.