Software Architect

ACTalent; Lafayette (IN); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

ACTalent in Lafayette, IN is seeking an experienced Software Architect to lead the system architecture and integration strategy for a major warehouse automation project involving a new WCS. This role focuses on automating material movement and coordinating complex interfaces across AMRs, forklifts, operator consoles, and databases.

Responsibilities include defining interfaces between WCS/WMS, designing APIs, ensuring real-time information flow, and guiding integration with automation vendors.

Qualifications

• Experience in software/system architecture with a focus on complex, integrated software systems.
• Proficiency in warehouse control systems, warehouse management systems, and industrial software environments.
• Expertise in systems integration, including defining interfaces between multiple software and automation platforms.
• Knowledge of REST/web APIs, real-time or event-driven communication.
• Experience with MQTT or similar industrial messaging protocols.
• Proficiency in SQL/SQL Server and understanding of database integration in a controls/software environment.

Responsibilities

• Architect the overall software and integration solution for a new warehouse automation/WCS environment.
• Develop the high-level architecture for communication between WCS, AMRs, forklifts, interfaces, and databases.
• Define interfaces and communication patterns between WCS/WMS systems and various automation platforms.
• Design and document APIs, messaging architecture, database interactions, and system interfaces.
• Establish real-time information flow between warehouse systems and equipment.
• Support the integration of autonomous mobile robots and automated material movement systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, controls, IT/software, automation vendors, and facility stakeholders to define requirements and technical interfaces.
• Evaluate existing systems to determine necessary communications with the new warehouse control architecture.
• Create architecture diagrams, interface definitions, technical specifications, and implementation plans for development and integration teams.
• Identify technical risks, dependencies, and integration gaps before implementation.
• Provide technical direction during implementation and system integration.

Skills

Software architecture

Warehouse control systems

Systems integration

REST/web APIs

MQTT/industrial messaging

SQL/SQL Server

Job description

Job Title: Software ArchitectJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Software Architect to lead the system architecture and integration strategy for a significant facility expansion involving a new Warehouse Control System (WCS). This position is pivotal in automating and coordinating material movement throughout the facility, transitioning from manual processes to advanced automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Architect the overall software and integration solution for a new warehouse automation/WCS environment.

• Develop the high-level architecture for communication between the warehouse control system, AMRs, forklifts, operator interfaces, databases, and other facility systems.

• Define interfaces and communication patterns between WCS/WMS systems and various automation platforms.

• Design and document APIs, messaging architecture, database interactions, and system interfaces.

• Establish real-time information flow between warehouse systems and equipment.

• Support the integration of autonomous mobile robots and automated material movement systems.

• Collaborate with engineering, controls, IT/software, automation vendors, and facility stakeholders to define requirements and technical interfaces.

• Evaluate existing systems to determine necessary communications with the new warehouse control architecture.

• Create architecture diagrams, interface definitions, technical specifications, and implementation plans for development and integration teams.

• Identify technical risks, dependencies, and integration gaps before implementation.

• Provide technical direction during implementation and system integration.

Essential Skills

• Experience in software/system architecture with a focus on complex, integrated software systems.

• Proficiency in warehouse control systems, warehouse management systems, and industrial software environments.

• Expertise in systems integration, including defining interfaces between multiple software and automation platforms.

• Knowledge of REST/web APIs, real-time or event-driven communication.

• Experience with MQTT or similar industrial messaging protocols.

• Proficiency in SQL/SQL Server and understanding of database integration in a controls/software environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with intralogistics, material handling, and manufacturing automation.

• Experience with warehouse automation and WCS/WMS environments.

• Knowledge of Java and other programming languages relevant to the role.

Work Environment

The position offers a flexible work arrangement with the possibility of 1-2 days onsite, and per diem compensation is available.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lafayette, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $85.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lafayette, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Lafayette,IN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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