BMS / EMPS Software Developer

Abstra; United States; Remote; AUD 172,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent USD compensation

Remote work options

Hardware and software setup (mandatory

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Abstra is seeking an experienced BMS/EMPS Software Developer to design and build next-generation building management and energy management systems for high-density data centers. You will work with Niagara, Ignition, or comparable automation platforms to deliver scalable, reliable controls and monitoring solutions, with 100% remote work from LATAM and working hours aligned to US Pacific Time.

This role requires strong hands-on development of BMS/EMPS applications, integration with

Qualifications

• Design, develop and maintain BMS/EMPS apps for HVAC, power, cooling and security.
• Integrate with DCIM, CMMS, SCADA, digital twins and real-time monitoring.
• Build modules, drivers and APIs for equipment integration (chillers, CRACs, PDUs, UPS).
• Develop energy optimization logic, FDD, alerting and dashboards.
• Collaborate with controls engineers and operations teams to translate requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain BMS/EMPS applications on Niagara, Ignition or equivalents.
• Integrate with DCIM, CMMS, SCADA, digital twins and real-time monitoring.
• Develop modules and APIs for seamless equipment integration (chillers, UPS, generators).
• Create energy optimization logic, fault diagnostics, and performance dashboards.
• Support deployment, testing, troubleshooting and live data center operations.

Skills

BMS/EMPS development

Energy optimization

Fault detection & diagnostics

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

Niagara

Ignition

SCADA

BACnet

Modbus

OPC UA

SNMP

Java

Python

JavaScript

C#

Job description

We are seeking an experienced BMS/EMPS Software Developer to design and build next-generation Building Management and Energy Management & Performance Systems for high-density AI data centers. You will work with leading platforms such as Niagara, Ignition, or comparable automation frameworks to deliver scalable, reliable controls and monitoring solutions. Location: LATAM 100% Remote. Working hours are based on the US Pacific Time Zone.

About Us

Abstra is a fast-growing, Nearshore Tech Talent services company, providing top Latin American tech talent to U.S. companies and beyond. Founded by U.S.-bred engineers with over 15 years of experience, Abstra specializes in sourcing skilled professionals across a wide range of technologies to meet our clients’ needs, driving innovation and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Design, develop, and maintain BMS/EMPS applications on Niagara, Ignition, or equivalent platforms for HVAC, power, cooling, security, and facility systems.
• Integrate BMS/EMPS with DCIM, CMMS, SCADA, digital twins, and real-time monitoring platforms.
• Build custom modules, drivers, APIs, and extensions for seamless equipment integration (chillers, CRACs, PDUs, UPS, generators, etc.).
• Develop energy optimization logic, fault detection & diagnostics (FDD), alerting, and performance visualization dashboards.
• Collaborate with controls engineers, data center operations, and infrastructure teams to translate requirements into robust solutions.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and protocols (BACnet, Modbus, OPC UA, SNMP, etc.) while maintaining security and compliance in mission-critical environments.
• Support deployment, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of systems in live data center operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with BMS platforms such as Niagara (AX/N4), Ignition, or similar automation/SCADA frameworks.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, or platform-specific scripting).
• Deep knowledge of building automation protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LON, OPC UA, etc.).
• Experience with data center or critical infrastructure BMS/EMPS systems strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with digital twins, IoT/edge computing, real-time data pipelines, and cloud integration is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver in fast-paced, high-availability environments.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to work on impactful projects with a talented team.
• Excellent compensation in USD.
• Hardware and software setup (mandatory).