Senior IIoT & SCADA Engineer

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. seeks a Senior IIoT & SCADA Engineer to design, implement, and manage telemetry platforms and OT solutions. You will lead complex telemetry projects, translate architecture into scalable implementations, and mentor engineering teams across OT and IT domains.

Remote work is supported with travel as needed. The role emphasizes collaboration with OT Architecture, Telemetry Engineering, and Data Center Operations to improve platform reliability, data

Qualifications

• 8+ years designing, implementing, and supporting OT/telemetry or systems integration.
• Experience with enterprise telemetry platforms and cloud services.
• Experience with highly available OT/telemetry environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain telemetry platforms for data acquisition and monitoring.
• Lead complex telemetry initiatives and translate designs into scalable solutions.
• Integrate OT systems with telemetry platforms and enterprise apps.
• Develop telemetry models, alarms, data collection methods, and integrations.
• Troubleshoot issues affecting telemetry platforms and data collection.
• Collaborate to implement reference architectures, standards, and improvements.
• Produce documentation, diagrams, and operation procedures.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Support lifecycle activities including upgrades and capacity planning.

Skills

Telemetry platforms

Industrial automation

Systems integration

Mentoring

Networking concepts

Industrial protocols

OT/IT security

Cloud platforms

Data center operations

SQL data platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Education/experience equivalent

Industry certifications

Job description

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting‑edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

The Senior IIoT & SCADA Engineer provides senior-level engineering expertise for the design, implementation, integration, and lifecycle management of enterprise telemetry platforms and operational technology solutions. This role serves as the technical lead for complex telemetry initiatives, translating architectural direction into scalable, reliable, and maintainable implementations that enable the collection, monitoring, and delivery of operational data. Working closely with Operational Technology Architecture, Telemetry Engineering, Operational Data Platforms, Data Center Operations, and IT Systems, Networks, and Platforms groups, the Senior IIoT & SCADA Engineer designs and implements telemetry solutions, integrates operational systems, and resolves complex technical challenges. The role provides technical mentorship to engineering staff, promotes engineering best practices, and contributes to the continuous evolution of the organization’s telemetry capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise telemetry platforms and operational technology solutions supporting operational data acquisition and monitoring.
• Lead the engineering and technical implementation of complex telemetry initiatives, translating architectural designs into scalable and supportable solutions.
• Integrate operational technology systems with telemetry platforms, enterprise applications, and operational data services.
• Develop, configure, and maintain telemetry models, alarming strategies, data collection methods, and system integrations supporting operational visibility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues affecting telemetry platforms, operational data collection, and systems integration.
• Collaborate with Operational Technology Architecture to implement reference architectures, technical standards, and platform improvements.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, engineering diagrams, implementation standards, and operational procedures supporting telemetry platforms.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership during solution design, implementation, and operational support activities.
• Evaluate new technologies, software capabilities, and engineering approaches to improve platform reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
• Support platform lifecycle activities, including upgrades, modernization initiatives, capacity planning, and continuous improvement efforts.

Knowledge & Attributes

• Working knowledge of enterprise telemetry platforms, operational technology systems, systems integration, and operational data acquisition principles.
• Ability to lead complex technical implementations, troubleshoot multidisciplinary systems, and mentor engineering teams while collaborating effectively across technical disciplines.
• Knowledge of Ignition SCADA platform (Inductive Automation) and Niagara Framework (Tridium)
• Knowledge of MQTT telemetry architectures and broker technologies
• Knowledge of industrial protocols (BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, OPC-UA)
• Knowledge of EPMS/BMS platforms and field device integration
• Knowledge of SQL-based data platforms and historian systems
• Knowledge of OT/IT network infrastructure and secure communications (TLS)
• Knowledge of telemetry data modeling, normalization, and ingestion pipelines
• Knowledge of large-scale, multi-site OT telemetry deployments
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure systems (UPS, generators, cooling, PDUs)
• Knowledge of ISA-95 and IEC 62443 architecture and OT security principles
• Knowledge of cloud IoT platforms (Azure IoT, AWS IoT)
• Knowledge of system integration, commissioning, and operational monitoring

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related technical discipline.
• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Industry certifications related to operational technology, industrial automation, cloud platforms, systems engineering, or networking preferred.

Required Experience

• 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting operational technology, telemetry, industrial automation, or systems integration solutions.
• Experience implementing enterprise telemetry platforms and integrating operational systems with enterprise applications and cloud services.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting complex operational technology or telemetry solutions within highly available environments.
• Experience developing technical documentation, implementation standards, and engineering diagrams.
• Experience mentoring technical staff and providing engineering leadership on complex technical initiatives.
• Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols, systems integration principles, networking concepts, and operational data collection technologies.

Physical Requirements

Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending. Able to hear and speak on the telephone. Close visual work on a computer terminal. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as business needs require.
• Participation in technical planning sessions, site visits, industry conferences, and vendor engagements.
• Ability to support critical initiatives outside normal business hours when required.
• Occasional visits to operational facilities and technical environments requiring adherence to applicable safety and security procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners.

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Compensation Pay Range

For roles residing in the US, we share pay and benefit levels to support pay transparency requirements. For other countries, we are more than happy to share our competitive pay and benefit levels during the interview process. This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable. NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location.

Base salary for this position is: $140,000 - $230,000

All regular full‑time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance. Employees receive paid time‑off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI‑ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.

NTT Global Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.