Internet of Things Engineer

Prospiant; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Terrasmart is hiring a Senior IoT Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable IoT solutions from cloud to edge. You will work on AWS IoT Core, backend APIs, firmware in C/C++, and Python applications for device management, ensuring robust, secure connectivity across the IoT stack.

Remote/Office with occasional travel (<5%) in a fast-paced renewable energy environment. Sponsorship not available. Join a team focused on reliable, scalable IoT platforms and hands-on hardware-software integration.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in backend software development (AWS-focused).
• 3–5 years of Python development experience.

Responsibilities

• IoT solution architecture using AWS IoT Core and related services.
• Backend development: RESTful APIs, device provisioning systems, data analytics.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs, device provisioning systems, and data pipelines.
• Firmware development for IoT devices in C/C++.
• Implement and optimize communication protocols for device connectivity.
• Develop Python-based Linux applications for device management.
• Improve overall performance from cloud to edge devices.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues across embedded, cloud, and application layers.

Skills

AWS Development

Python development

Problem Solving

Job description

Terrasmart - DIVESTED 6715 Steger Drive Cincinnati, OH 45237, USA

• Hybrid
• IT
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO002778

Description

Terrasmart is the leading turn-key solution provider for solar mounting systems. We design, engineer, manufacture, and install solar mounting systems for commercial and utility scale projects. As a specialist in ground mount, roof mount, and custom designed specialty solar structures, we focus on providing best-in-class solar racking systems and project management capabilities to serve owners and integrators.

Terrasmart is an exciting and dynamic place to work, with a wide range of career opportunities. If you are looking to have a meaningful career with purpose, it's time to consider joining the Terrasmart team as a Senior IoT Developer!

Position Summary We are looking for a highly skilled Senior IoT Developer to join our dynamic team and help us build and maintain our IoT platform. As a Senior IoT Developer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and deploying scalable solutions using AWS IoT Core. You will work on a mix of cloud development, embedded systems/firmware expertise, and the IoT application layer to optimize end-to-end system performance, from cloud to edge devices.

What You'll Do:

• IoT Solution Architecture: Design, implement, and scale solutions using AWS IoT Core and related AWS services.
• Backend Development: Develop robust backend APIs, device provisioning systems, and data analytics platforms.
• Backend Development: Build and maintain RESTful APIs, device provisioning systems, and data pipelines.
• Firmware Development: Develop and maintain embedded firmware for IoT devices in C/C++.
• Protocol Implementation: Implement and optimize communication protocols for efficient and secure device connectivity.
• Application Layer Development: Develop Python-based Linux applications for device management and control.
• System Optimization: Enhance performance and reliability across the IoT stack—from cloud to edge devices.
• Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues across embedded, cloud, and application layers

Required Qualifications:

• AWS Development: 3-5 years of experience in backend software development
• Languages: 3-5 years of experience in Python development
• Problem Solving: Strong debugging and system design skills with a focus on reliability and performance.

**Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity**

Work Conditions:

• Remote/Office, with occasional travel (<5%).
• Flexibility for occasional after-hours commissioning work, outside of solar production hours.

Why Terrasmart?

• Outstanding Employee Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, 401(k) with company match
• Meaningful Work in the Renewable Energy Industry
• Team-oriented culture
• Opportunities for career development and advancement

Integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our focus is on hiring and developing the best talent available and creating a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for everyone. We are a team-based organization. We listen carefully to our people and to our clients so we can build an organization that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations. We are committed to our customers and our employees and helping them grow to their fullest potential. Surpassing our competition has made us the industry leader; a position we will strive to enhance.

EEO and ADA

Terrasmart is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Terrasmart will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

2 years: Experience developing embedded firmware using C or C++

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