Professional Software Engineer
At a glance
Mid-level Software Engineering role at KION Group. Grand Rapids · full-time · $102,400–$128,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Design and deliver enterprise software that connects applications, cloud services, APIs and automation technologies
- Turn business and technical needs into secure, scalable architectures that meet customer and organizational goals
- Plan estimates, staffing needs and costs for new work, enhancements and customer projects
- Create architecture diagrams, implementation plans and proposal materials, then validate feasibility and timelines
- Guide developers, align collaborators on technical risks and readiness, and support handoffs into production
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems or a related field
- At least five years in software development, solution architecture or technical leadership
- Experience designing enterprise applications and distributed systems, and leading cross-functional technical work
- Working knowledge of Agile, SDLC, DevOps and test-driven development, with experience estimating and planning delivery
- Experience with programming languages, APIs and cloud platforms, including the named languages and Azure resources
Who this fits
This role suits a mid-level engineer ready to lead technical design, mentor developers and coordinate several initiatives. The work spans solution planning, delivery and transition to production operations, with remote collaboration as needed.
From the employer
The ideal candidate will lead technical solution development efforts, oversee proposal and estimation activities, and ensure successful delivery transitions from design through implementation and operational support. This role requires strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
We offer:
Career Development
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
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Global Opportunities
Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $102,400-$128,000 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer
Tasks and Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of medium to large-scale software solutions integrating enterprise applications, cloud services, APIs, and automation technologies.
- Analyze business and technical requirements to architect scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions that align with customer and organizational goals.
- Collaborate with Product Owners, Engineering teams, UX, QA, Infrastructure, and Operations to deliver end-to-end software solutions.
- Drive technical estimation, resource planning, and solution costing activities for new initiatives, enhancements, and customer engagements.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, architectural diagrams, implementation plans, and proposal artifacts.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams while promoting engineering protocols and coding standards.
- Support proposal development efforts by validating technical feasibility, implementation approaches, and delivery timelines.
- Lead collaborator reviews and facilitate discussions regarding technical strategy, project risks, scalability, and operational readiness.
- Coordinate cross-functional meetings to align business requirements, technical dependencies, and delivery expectations.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes, tooling, templates, and engineering standards.
- Manage numerous projects and competing priorities while ensuring quality delivery within established timelines.
- Conduct knowledge transfer sessions, technical workshops, and training related to software architecture, development standards, and solution delivery practices.
- Support transition activities from development to production operations, ensuring successful deployment and long-term maintainability.
- Maintain flexibility to support remote collaboration and evolving business priorities as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in software development, solution architecture, or technical leadership roles.
- Strong experience designing enterprise-grade applications and distributed systems.
- Proficiency with modern programming languages, APIs, cloud platforms, and software integration patterns.
- Experience leading cross-functional technical initiatives and mentoring engineering teams.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, SDLC processes, and DevOps practices.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and collaborator management skills.
- Ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with technical estimation, solution planning, and delivery forecasting.
- Experience with Test Driven development.
- Experience with Ruby, React, Typescript, SQL Server, Cosmos, and C# languages.
- Hosting and configuring Azure resources.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with warehouse automation, supply chain systems, or enterprise logistics platforms.
- Knowledge of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and system integration frameworks.
- Advanced degree or equivalent technical certifications preferred.
About KION Group
[KION Group](https://www.kiongroup.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com) is a global leader in industrial trucks, supply chain solutions, and warehouse automation technologies. Through brands including Dematic and DAI, the organization delivers intelligent automation and software solutions that optimize material and information flow across manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution environments worldwide.
With operations in more than 100 countries and a workforce of over 42,000 employees, KION continues to shape the future of automation, software innovation, and supply chain technology through a culture built on integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence.