Manufacturing Software Systems Engineer

Req ID: 16223

Work Flexibility: Onsite

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Systems Developer will analyze, design, develop, and support software solutions that enable manufacturing operations, automation, error proofing, and traceability. This is a full-stack development role supporting front-end, back-end, and data-related solutions within a manufacturing environment.

The role will contribute to the development of new applications and technologies supporting Manufacturing Systems, while also maintaining and enhancing existing solutions. The position works within an Agile development environment and collaborates with technical teams and business stakeholders to translate operational needs into scalable software solutions.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Analyze, design, develop, test, debug, and support software solutions for manufacturing operations, automation, error proofing, and traceability.
Develop full-stack applications across front-end, back-end, and data layers using technologies such as C#, .NET, Blazor, ASP.NET, and SQL.
Develop and maintain REST APIs and integrations between manufacturing and enterprise systems.
Develop new in-house solutions while maintaining and enhancing existing and legacy applications.
Support manufacturing traceability applications covering processes from raw material receipt through finished product.
Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, task assignment, execution, and documentation.
Coordinate project tasks, deliverables, timelines, testing, and implementation activities.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate business and manufacturing needs into technical solutions.
Identify opportunities for process and technology improvements and contribute to Industry 4.0/5.0 and digital manufacturing initiatives.
Perform unit and automated testing to ensure application quality and reliability.
Maintain technical documentation and development activities using tools such as Azure DevOps.
Support integrations with manufacturing and enterprise technologies such as MES, SCADA, PLCs, ERP/Oracle, IoT, and cloud services, based on project requirements.
Proactively communicate project progress, risks, issues, and results to relevant stakeholders.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree
3–5 years of relevant software development experience.
At least 3 years of experience with C# and .NET development.
At least 3 years of experience developing or working with REST APIs.
Experience with full-stack development, including front-end, back-end, and data-related development.
Experience with SQL, including queries, data manipulation, and stored procedures.
Experience developing web applications using technologies such as Blazor and/or ASP.NET.
Experience with Git or similar version control tools.
Experience working in an Agile development environment.
Experience with development and project management platforms such as Azure DevOps, Jira, Jenkins, or similar tools.
Experience with unit and/or automated testing.
Strong programming fundamentals and ability to develop high-quality, maintainable software.
Strong problem-solving skills, ownership, adaptability, and ability to collaborate across teams.
Written and verbal English communication skills.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at +1 (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

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Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

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