Software Engineer

Software EngineerThe person in this role works with the operations, engineering, and quality organizations by creating software tools and systems to assist with production traceability, process error proofing, production automation, AI tools and agents, and business process automation. To be successful the candidate must be self-motivated, a quick learner, possess good communication skills, have a positive attitude, a passion for continuous improvement, innovative and be able work independently but be a team player.High Level Mission StatementIt is the mission of KEJ to serve the KEG business unit by providing the software, systems, tools, support and training to achieve:Increased productivityEmployee growth and satisfactionCustomer satisfactionIncreased profitabilityHigh Level Statement of the RoleThe Software Engineer is responsible for developing software applications and AI tools to automate transactions, reports, and analysis as well as evaluate both existing and prospective systems, software, and tools to maximize automation and efficiency at the lowest possible cost.High Level Roles & ResponsibilitiesIntegrate equipment and information systems to automate data exchange and enhance reportingDevelop routines to automate routine and/or rules-based transactions where the data to make the decision(s) exists within current systemsResearch new tools, software, and equipment for plant specific needs to more highly automate operations, transactions, and reporting in all departmentsDevelop AI agents to automate processesWrite, test, and debug program codeEvaluate existing transactions and reports for automation opportunities, translate opportunities into technical requirements, logic, and codeWrite interfaces, conversions, reports and queriesUtilize APIs and other mechanisms to integrate and automate execution and reporting of existing and future toolsParticipate on project teams with numerous technical and non-technical disciplinesDocument processes and systemsSupport tools and applications as requiredWork with global team to interact with global systems in an acceptable manner to automate transactions to/from global systemsComply with all Safety, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Quality Management System (QMS) requirementsSkills to Perform This RoleInterpersonal SkillsExtremely Creative/Innovative in groups and teamsSelf motivatedWork with a variety of disciplines, situations, and peopleFacilitate and communicate organizational and process changesPositive attitudeTeam player – easy to get along withSense of HumorTechnical SkillsUnderstanding of electronics manufacturing processesExperience With Specific Tools: SAP, PLM, Workday, and Azure DevOps Environment, Copilot, and Azure Foundry toolsDevelopment experience with .NET, SQL Server, C, HTML, Python, and Angular in an open systems environment on Windows systemsExperience with APIs and other software automation mechanisms and ability to automate interaction of various software packages and databasesExperience developing system interfaces, machine interfaces, web applications, web services and clients, Windows services and forms, software libraries, database development, and scriptingExperience developing and maintaining highly modular code libraries utilizing revision control softwareExperience with lean software development methodologies to facilitate the rapid prototyping, development, and deployment of applications and systemsSoftware project management experience (scope, workload, resources, timeline, revision control)Ability to translate "vague" verbal descriptions of processes and transactions into detailed logic flow and codeCommunication SkillsExtract rules for rules-based decisions from team membersEffectively communicate technical and non-technical information to/from both non-technical and technical usersGood written and verbal communicationLeadership SkillsOpen minded visionaryChampion diversity of ideas and thought processesGood organization skillsAbility to Mentor/Teach/CoachAbility to make decisionsBusiness SkillsOutstanding vision and problem solving skillsHandle multiple simultaneous projectsMeet challenging deadlinesPrioritize projects by maximum positive business impactLean Six Sigma methodologies to solve business problemsBasic Background RequirementsKnowledge of SQL data base systemsKnowledge of the Microsoft Visual Studio and .NET development systems.Project Management experience and understanding of the need for software and systems implementation controlsKnowledge of shop floor control, ERP systems, AI tools and systems, and Machine Learning preferred.Familiar with business and manufacturing processesThe ability to work with all levels of the organization (Operators, indirect staff, leadership)A bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science is preferred.Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Solutions we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, medical condition or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.We will consider for employment qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law (including, for example, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for roles based in San Francisco).