R&D Senior Member of Technical Staff

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies. Salary Range $124,200.00 - $207,000.00 This pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation that the position offers, and final compensation can vary within the range depending on work location, job experience, skills, and relevant educational attainment and/or training. Job Title Senior Software Developer Location Lake Forest, CA Employment Type Full-Time, Regular We are seeking a highly accomplished R&D Senior Member of Technical Staff to lead the design and delivery of complex, mission-critical industrial automation software built with C#, .NET , and Angular . This role demands deep technical judgment across scalability , reliability , performance , and maintainability , along with the ability to independently drive solutions for medium scale initiatives. You will architect and implement high quality software, design microservices , create technical documentation, guide product decisions, and provide advanced support for escalated customer issues while communicating clearly and effectively across technical audiences. A successful candidate will bring extensive experience with AI assisted engineering tools , including HVE for requirements elaboration, AI driven code generation , unit test automation , automated documentation , and self-PR reviews that improve development velocity and quality. You will act as a strong technical mentor, elevate the team through feedback and design leadership, and help recruit top talent. Deep expertise with Microsoft Azure , Azure AI Search , and cloud scale industrial automation solutions is essential, along with strong domain knowledge that enables you to influence architecture and drive sound engineering decisions across the product platform. Key Responsibilities Driving sound architectural and technical decisions, balancing scalability, reliability, performance, and maintainability to elevate product and team outcomes. Leading the design, development, testing, and debugging of complex software systems, consistently upholding high engineering standards. Leveraging AI‑assisted development tools to translate requirements into robust implementations, including code generation, automated tests, and supporting development artifacts. Producing clear, high‑quality technical documentation that articulates design rationale, system behavior, and implementation details. Collaborating cross‑functionally to plan and execute development priorities, while providing thoughtful, actionable feedback on designs, features, and code reviews. Expanding deep domain expertise, mentoring junior engineers, and champion best practices that foster technical growth and shared ownership across the team. Proactively identifying risks, resolving complex technical challenges, and ensuring smooth delivery across the software lifecycle. Essential Requirements Strong experience developing enterprise software in C#/.NET and Angular Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Math, Physics, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field At least 8+ years' experience developing software with deep expertise in C#/.NET and Angular, with a proven track record of delivering complex, mission-critical software across the full stack; knowledge of C++ is an added advantage Proficient in AI‑assisted engineering tools, including HVE (Hyper Velocity Engineering), to elaborate requirements into high‑quality user stories with clear acceptance criteria Skilled in AI‑driven development workflows, such as AI‑assisted code generation, unit tests authoring, and automated documentation creation to improve engineering velocity Experienced in using AI tools for rigorous self‑PR review, leveraging automated analysis to enhance code quality and catch issues early Past ownership and delivery of multiple mission‑critical, high complexity products or services with a large impact on both the organization’s business and technical direction Previous experience leading a few, medium scale, medium impact initiatives with independent follow-through to resolutions; experience with designing and building microservices is preferred Deep proficiency with Microsoft Azure as the primary cloud platform, including Azure AI Search and the delivery of industrial automation software on cloud at scale Strong domain knowledge in industrial automation, with the ability to leverage that understanding to lead solution design, vet requirements, and drive technically sound decisions across a product platform Desired Skills And Competencies Strong foundation in computer science principles, software design patterns (including object‑oriented design), and a solid understanding of operating system internals. Hands‑on experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, supported by expert‑level debugging and problem‑solving abilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly in both verbal and written form. Self‑motivated learner who seeks feedback, proactively prioritizes development efforts, and effectively manages time to grow skills and contribute impactfully. R&D at AVEVA Our global team of 2000+ developers work on an incredibly diverse portfolio of over 75 industrial automation and engineering products, which cover everything from data management to 3D design. AI and cloud are at the centre of our strategy, and we have over 150 patents to our name. Our track record of innovation is no fluke – it’s the result of a structured and deliberate focus on learning, collaboration and inclusivity. If you want to build applications that solve big problems, join us. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/r-and-d-careers/ USA Benefits include Flex work hours, 20 days PTO rising to 25 with service, three paid volunteering days, primary and secondary parental leave, well‑being support, medical, dental, vision, and 401K. It's possible we're hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/ Hybrid working We work in a hybrid way at AVEVA. Most roles are based at a local AVEVA office, with an expectation of being on‑site 50% of your working hours to support collaboration and connection. Some positions are fully office‑based depending on the nature of the work, and certain roles that support specific customers or markets may be remote. The working arrangement for this position will be confirmed during the hiring process. Hiring process AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process About AVEVA AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting‑edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably. We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/ Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/ AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third‑party personal data may involve additional background check criteria. AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr AVEVA