Senior Research Software Engineer, ARTC

A*STAR Research Entities (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR Research Entities (A*STAR) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop, integrate, commission, and maintain software solutions for industrial automation and robotic systems in Singapore. The role covers PLC programming, system design, GUI/HMI development, and machine vision, with emphasis on data acquisition, industrial protocols, and scalable architectures.

The candidate will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and robotics teams to deliver robust automation projects, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, commission and maintain software solutions for industrial automation and robotic systems.
• Develop machine control sequences, interlocks, alarms, and motion control; data acquisition and interfaces using industrial protocols.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, robotics and project teams to establish scalable system architectures and reusable software modules.
• Maintain technical documentation and version control; support FAT/SAT, commissioning and ongoing support of systems.

Skills

PLC programming

Python

C#

C++

JavaScript

GUI development

HMI development

machine vision

data acquisition

industrial protocols

system design

mentoring junior engineers

documentation

Education

Related engineering degree

Job description

Role and responsibilities:

The Software Engineer will be responsible for the development, integration, commissioning, and maintenance of software solutions for industrial automation and robotic systems. The role includes PLC programming, system design and software architecture, GUI and HMI development, robotic system integration, machine vision, and integration of sensors, actuators, instruments, and other automation equipment. The engineer will develop machine control sequences, interlocks, alarms, motion control, data acquisition, and communication interfaces using industrial protocols such as Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, REST API, and serial communication. The role will also support the development of applications and integration software using Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, Structured Text, or other suitable programming languages. Responsibilities include system testing, debugging, FAT/SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting, software upgrades, and ongoing support for existing systems. The engineer will work closely with mechanical, electrical, robotics, and project teams to establish robust and scalable system architectures, develop reusable software modules and standards, maintain technical documentation and version control, and support the efficient delivery of both existing and future automation projects.

Qualifications – Senior Software Engineer

• Qualifications – Senior Software Engineer


• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.


• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in software development or industrial automation.


• Strong experience in PLC programming, industrial automation, and machine control.


• Proficient in Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, or equivalent programming languages.


• Experience in system architecture and software design.


• Experience in GUI/HMI development.


• Experience integrating robots, PLCs, vision systems, and industrial equipment.


• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g. Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).


• Experience in software testing, debugging, commissioning, and system integration.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.


• Ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior engineers.


• Good communication and technical documentation skills.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.