Software Engineer – Automation Engineering

Akkodis is seeking a Software Engineer – Automation Engineering for a Contract job with a client in Chesterfield, MO . The ideal candidate must have strong experience developing machine control, robotics, or automation software, with proficiency in C#, C/C++, or Python, and the ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams. Rate Range: $55/hour to $60/hour ; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. Software Engineer – Automation Engineering job responsibilities include: Design, develop, test, and support machine control and automation software for field equipment and robotics platforms.

Build applications supporting data acquisition, process control, sensor integration, and machine‑to‑machine communication.

Develop solutions for cloud connectivity and user interfaces related to field and research workflows.

Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, software, scientists, and researchers) to deliver integrated hardware‑software systems.

Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including requirements definition, planning, development, testing, deployment, and support.

Perform in-field testing, troubleshooting, and validation while supporting operational environments and end users.

Desired Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.

7+ years of experience developing automation, robotics, or machine control software (10+ years preferred).

Strong experience with C#, C/C++, and/or Python.

Experience building multi-threaded applications, device communication (TCP/UDP, MQTT), and industrial automation solutions.

Strong troubleshooting skills across software and hardware systems.

Experience working with APIs, data transformation pipelines, and cloud-connected systems.

Preferred: Experience with Microsoft development stack (Visual Studio, .NET, WPF, WinForms)

Experience with Linux-based automation systems

Familiarity with databases (SQL/NoSQL)

Knowledge of serial communication protocols (RS232/RS485)

Experience with Agile, CI/CD, and modern development practices

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Himanshu.Salhotra@ akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $55.00 to $60.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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