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This position reports to:
Maintenance Team Leader__
The work model for the role is: onsite, #LI-Onsite
Key responsibilities
ABB Heidelberg is looking for a dedicated Software Developer (f/m/d) to develop and optimize innovative machine software. You will work in a motivated team on highly specialized custom-built machines and actively help shape the future of technology.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Developing and enhancing machine software
- Designing and optimizing database systems
- Integrating and controlling networked, highly automated systems
- Performing systematic troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
Qualifications for the role
- Practical experience in the development of machine control and/or automation software using TwinCAT (ideally TwinCAT 3), for example as an Automation Software Developer (m/f/d), PLC Programmer (m/f/d), PLC Developer (m/f/d), TwinCAT Developer (m/f/d), Automation Engineer (m/f/d), Automation Technician (m/f/d), or Mechanical Engineering Software Developer (m/f/d)
- Qualification as a State-Certified Technician specializing in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology, or a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a comparable field
- Strong knowledge of SQL and database management
- Experience with networked systems and IoT technologies
- Fluent German language skills, both written and spoken, as well as advanced English proficiency
- Reliability, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork skills
- A background in special machinery engineering is a plus
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible working hours
- Canteen
- Job bike program or subsidy for the Deutschland Ticket
- Employee Share Acquisition Plan
Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.
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Skills Required
- Hands-on experience with TwinCAT (ideally TwinCAT 3)
- Strong knowledge of SQL and database management
- Experience with networked systems and IoT technologies
- Fluent German (written and spoken) and advanced English proficiency
- Reliability, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork skills
- Background in special machinery engineering
ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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