Senior Software Engineer

IPG Photonics; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Bonding Leave

Job summary

IPG Photonics seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join the Material Processing Systems Group, developing software for laser-based material processing systems. You will design, implement, test, and maintain features in machine control architectures while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with electrical, mechanical, and applications teams.

You will analyze requirements, support machine builds and commissioning, and diagnose complex system-level issues across software, motion control,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Experience in industrial automation, CNC, robotics, or manufacturing systems.
• BSCE, BSCS, BSEE or equivalent; MS a plus.
• Strong proficiency in debugging and solving complex technical challenges.
• Experience developing software for hardware-integrated systems.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design and software best practices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements and specifications to develop software for laser-based material processing systems.
• Design, implement, test, and maintain features within machine control architectures.
• Act as a senior contributor, providing technical input and mentoring junior engineers.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and applications engineers for integrated solutions.
• Support machine builds, testing, commissioning, and field service activities.
• Diagnose and resolve system-level issues in software, motion control, and vision.
• Ensure code quality through standards, testing, and maintainability.

Skills

C#/.NET

Industrial automation

Machine control

CNC / robotics

Multithreaded / distributed systems

Object-oriented design

Education

BSCE/BSCS/BSEE

MS (preferred)

Tools

Azure DevOps

Git

SQL Server

Job description

IPG’s Material Processing Systems Group is focused on integrating state-of-the-art IPG lasers into turn-key systems to be used in the semiconductor, medical and other industries. We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Material Processing Systems Group in the development of advanced laser-based manufacturing systems. This position serves as a senior technical contributor responsible for designing, implementing, testing, and supporting software solutions for IPG's laser processing equipment.

The successful candidate will leverage extensive experience in industrial automation, machine control, and software engineering to develop new machine capabilities, improve existing platforms, and support customer-driven enhancements. While working within established software architectures, this individual will collaborate with other engineers, share technical knowledge, participate in code reviews, and mentor junior engineers as opportunities arise.

In addition to software development responsibilities, the Senior Software Engineer will work closely with manufacturing, applications, service, and project teams to support machine builds, system integration, commissioning activities, and project execution on the production floor. This role requires strong system-level problem-solving skills and the ability to coordinate efforts across software, electrical, mechanical, and applications engineering disciplines.

• Analyze machine requirements, customer requests, and engineering specifications to develop software solutions for laser-based material processing systems.
• Design, implement, test, and maintain software features within established machine control architectures.
• Serve as a senior software engineer within assigned projects, providing technical input and collaborating with team members to deliver high-quality software.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through design reviews, code reviews, troubleshooting, and technical guidance.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, controls, and applications engineers to deliver integrated machine solutions.
• Support machine integration, testing, validation, and commissioning activities during machine builds.
• Support assigned projects through software implementation, testing, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and resolve complex system-level issues involving software, motion control, machine vision, communications, and hardware integration.
• Drive software quality through adherence to coding standards, testing practices, and maintainability guidelines.
• Contribute to improvements in existing machine architectures, software frameworks, and development processes.
• Support field service teams and customers in resolving advanced software and machine performance issues.
• Participate in customer visits and occasional domestic or international travel to support installations and project execution.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years professional software engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to technically complex software projects.
• BSCE, BSCS, BSEE, or equivalent. MS, a plus.
• Demonstrated history of solving complex technical challenges in industrial automation, CNC, robotics, or manufacturing systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft C#/.NET development.
• Experience developing software for industrial automation, CNC, robotics, precision automation equipment, or other complex hardware-integrated systems.
• Strong understanding of multithreaded and distributed systems.
• Experience with integrating one or more of the following: motion control systems, machine vision systems, and industrial hardware.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools such as Microsoft Azure DevOps and Git.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and software development best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues involving software, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Strong professional organization and task priority skills.

Experience Desired (not required):

• Experience with advanced software testing technologies in .NET.
• Experience using a PC to interface with external sensors and control peripheral devices via vendor SDK, serial or TCP/IP communications.
• Experience with web services and APIs including ASP.NET, JSON, and RESTful interfaces.
• Experience developing automated manufacturing equipment, particularly factory-connected systems and Industry 4.0 solutions.
• Experience with databases (Microsoft SQL Server).
• Motion control systems (Aerotech A3200, Aerotech Automation 1, ACS).
• Machine vision (Dalsa/Sapera/Sherlock, Cognex, Matrox).

Pay Range

The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Other Compensation

• Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable.

Benefits Provided

• Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service.
• Paid sick time.
• 12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year.

*Prorated for reduced hour schedules.

Additional Benefits Offered

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA.
• Dependent Care FSA.
• Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Adoption Assistance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Parental Bonding Leave.
• Bright Horizons Backup Care.
• Bright Horizons College Coach.

*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduced hour schedules.