About this opportunity Ericsson's Smart Factory team is looking for a Software Engineer to help build and maintain manufacturing applications that power reliable, scalable production systems. In this role, you will develop solutions using Ignition, C#, Java, and Python, ensuring all features and fixes align with established architectural standards and design patterns. We value high-quality work and support continuous growth in both technical skills and manufacturing domain knowledge.
What you will do - Implement features and changes for manufacturing applications using Ignition and related integrations, following established architectural patterns and standards.
- Create and modify Ignition screens, tags, bindings, and scripts based on existing patterns to meet functional requirements.
- Develop, maintain, and integrate solutions in C#, Java, and Python; enhance backend services as needed.
- Write clear, maintainable code and configuration items; incorporate feedback from code and design reviews to ensure implementations align with team standards.
- Clarify requirements with the Product Owner and stakeholders, translating business and shopfloor context into actionable technical tasks.
- Investigate, reproduce, and resolve defects; propose and deliver fixes and improvements in a timely manner.
- Support production systems as part of a team rotation, including data corrections, configuration changes, and routine maintenance tasks.
- Write and execute unit, manual, and regression tests to ensure quality and reliable delivery.
- Contribute to and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, user guides, and records of known issues, assumptions, and workarounds.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams through standups, planning, refinements, reviews, and retrospectives; participate in an on-call/extended support rotation (with agreed compensation and reimbursement per company policy).
The skills you bring - Practical experience or strong aptitude with Ignition or similar low-code/industrial automation platforms.
- Hands-on programming experience in C#, Python, Java, or comparable languages for developing services and integrations.
- Solid understanding of relational databases and SQL for querying, reporting, and basic data maintenance.
- Curiosity and willingness to learn manufacturing processes, shopfloor constraints, and domain-specific requirements.
- Ability to follow established architectural standards and design patterns, seek guidance when needed, and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Automation/Control Systems, or a related STEM field - equivalent practical experience is equally welcome and valued.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Lewisville (TX) (Country/ City)
Job details: Developer
Compensation and Benefits at EricssonAt Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your PayThe salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your HealthEricsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
Your Financial SecurityWe invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson's full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson's Stock Purchase Plan.
Your TimeYour work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional BenefitsEricsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.
