IS Developer

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions; Bridgman (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans

401K with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Paid-time off and company-paid holidays

Profit Sharing

Job summary

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions, based in Bridgman, Michigan, is looking for an Intermediate Specialist (IS) Developer to lead technical work on projects and services. Candidates should have experience in manufacturing software and be adept at developing solutions in various industries.

The role involves collaborating with clients and a team of professionals to provide top-notch service while implementing innovative information systems. The position offers competitive benefits including comprehensive insurance plans and a 401K option.

Qualifications

• Experience in the manufacturing software arena with MES/IIoT.
• Proven expertise in requirements specification and systems analysis.
• Advanced experience in programming using Python, Java, JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Develop code for complex enterprise-wide data management systems.
• Collaborate with a team to execute shared goals.
• Interface with customers providing tier-1 service and support.

Skills

Manufacturing software experience

Industrial automation PLC platforms

Programming in Python

Proficient in database systems

Use of AI coding assistants

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Rockwell software

Docker

Job description

Intermediate Specialist (IS) Developer

Location: US

The Role

Responsible for virtually all technical work with respect to projects and service provided to customers. As an IS Developer you will apply your creativity and technical expertise to create, design, and implement innovative information systems solutions. You will be on the front lines interfacing with customers while providing tier-1 service and support and value-added expertise in project management and business development. This position reports to the Team Leader, Digital Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop code for complex, enterprise-wide data management systems.
• Apply industry best practices and tools to deliver solutions across multiple industries (food, beverage, CPG, automotive, pharmaceutical, etc.).
• Collaborate with a team of high-performing professionals who execute on shared goals.
• Use approved AI coding assistants to accelerate development while reviewing, testing, and owning all generated code.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in the manufacturing software arena, particularly using software such as Information/MES/IIoT.
• Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment and with industrial controls.
• Proven expertise in requirements specification, architecture, systems analysis, and design.
• Demonstrable understanding of industrial automation PLC platforms, network design and implementation, OT/IT configurations, production and engineering processes.
• Advanced experience using industrial software packages from Rockwell, Siemens, Aveva/Wonderware, GE.
• Experience with network architecture design, system virtualization, and associated design tools.
• Development experience using Python, Java, JavaScript, and/or Microsoft .NET.
• Working knowledge of database systems (Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, InfluxDB) combined with familiarity in application development methodologies, configuration management, middleware, networking and communication, and hardware configuration.
• Practical proficiency using GitHub Copilot and/or Claude in day‑to‑day development, with the judgment to validate, refactor, and reject AI-generated output.
• Foundational understanding of large‑language‑model and generative‑AI concepts (prompting, context windows, hallucination risk, data privacy) enough to integrate basic AI capabilities into delivered solutions.

Desirable

• Project management experience is an asset.
• Experience using software and systems like MQTT, Azure DevOps, AWS, Node‑Red, and Docker is an asset.
• Certified with Inductive Automation's Ignition Platform software; experience with Sepasoft and/or Cirrus Link Solutions integrated modules is an asset.
• Hands‑on experience shipping generative‑AI features in production (RAG, prompt design, LLM API integration) is an asset.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Occasionally lifts or moves up to 25 pounds.

Perks of Being Part of the Team

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• 401K, including company match.
• Company‑paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children.
• Company‑paid short and long‑term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid‑time off and company‑paid holidays.
• Profit Sharing.

Values

• Integrity – Respect, Transparency, Commitment.
• Excellence – Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication.
• Passion – Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources. Convergix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.