About the Engagement
We are seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer to join the Software Engineering team on a Smart City initiative. You will play a hands-on role in the systems engineering of a data platform that integrates IT and OT devices — bridging field hardware with digital services in a live operational environment.
Role Overview
You will build and maintain the backend systems that connect OT field devices to the digital twin platform — handling real-time data ingestion, protocol translation, and system integration across industrial communication standards. This is a delivery-focused engineering role; you will be expected to ship production code, write tests, and actively use AI coding tools as part of your standard workflow.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend services and middleware for OT/IoT data ingestion, with hands-on implementation across OT protocols (e.g. OPC-UA, MODBUS, and MQTT).
- Build data pipeline components that normalise, process, and route telemetry from field devices to platform services and 3D visualisation layers.
- Integrate AI coding tools (e.g. Claude, GitHub Copilot) into daily development workflows for code generation, unit testing, and validation — this is an expected practice, not optional.
- Write and maintain automated test suites covering protocol adapters, data transformation logic, and integration endpoints.
- Collaborate with frontend Unity engineers and systems architects to define and implement API contracts (REST/WebSocket).
- Support deployment through CI/CD pipelines; contribute to technical documentation and code reviews.
- Troubleshoot field connectivity and protocol issues; work alongside OT/hardware teams on device commissioning and debugging.
Requirements
MUST HAVE
OPC-UA, MODBUS, and MQTT — hands-on protocol implementation experience, not just conceptual familiarity.
MUST HAVE
Backend development proficiency in at least one of: Python, Node.js, Go, or Java.
MUST HAVE
Active use of AI tools (Claude, Copilot, or similar) for coding, testing, and validation in prior roles or personal projects.
MUST HAVE
Experience writing integration and unit tests; familiarity with test automation frameworks.
MUST HAVE
Comfortable working with message brokers (MQTT brokers, Kafka, or similar) and time-series or event-driven data architectures.
GOOD TO HAVE
Exposure to digital twin platforms or industrial IoT stacks.
GOOD TO HAVE
Familiarity with OT security — network segmentation, secure protocol configuration.
GOOD TO HAVE
Experience with containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and CI/CD tooling.
GOOD TO HAVE
Knowledge of additional industrial protocols: SCADA, BACnet, DNP3, or similar.
Experience & Qualifications
- At least 4 years in backend or systems software engineering, with exposure exposure to OT/IoT environments.
- Degree in Computer Science, Software/Systems Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at www.accenture.com
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Skills Required
- Hands-on implementation experience with OPC-UA, MODBUS, and MQTT
- Backend development proficiency in at least one of: Python, Node.js, Go, or Java
- Active use of AI coding tools (e.g., Claude, GitHub Copilot) for coding, testing, and validation
- Experience writing integration and unit tests; familiarity with test automation frameworks
- Comfortable working with message brokers (MQTT brokers, Kafka, or similar) and time-series/event-driven data architectures
- At least 4 years in backend or systems software engineering with exposure to OT/IoT environments
- Degree in Computer Science, Software/Systems Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- Exposure to digital twin platforms or industrial IoT stacks
- Familiarity with OT security (network segmentation, secure protocol configuration)
- Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD tooling
- Knowledge of additional industrial protocols (SCADA, BACnet, DNP3)
Accenture Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Accenture and has not been reviewed or approved by Accenture.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay is considered competitive when paired with robust insurance options and other perks that compare well with large consulting and IT services peers. Multiple national medical plan options plus dental and vision are positioned as a core strength of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout feature through a 401(k) dollar-for-dollar match up to a set percentage after eligibility. The package is reinforced by additional financial programs such as savings tools and related resources.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and caregiving supports are presented as a meaningful benefit differentiator through substantial paid parental leave and multiple caregiver-oriented programs. Backup care and fertility/adoption/surrogacy navigation and reimbursements add breadth to family support beyond leave alone.
Accenture Insights
What We Do
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