*This is an on-site position, manufacturing at Technology Park, Carretera a Nogales Km 13.5 Guadalajara, Zapopan, Jal. The salary amount is negotiable. Advanced English is mandatory (contact with foreigners)* **Software Application Manager** Job description RETHINK MANUFACTURING The only way to ignite change is to build the best team. At Bright Machines®, we’re innovators and experts in our craft who have joined together to create a new category of manufacturing that will help transform the industry. We believe software and data are the answer, thoughtfully applied to solve our customers’ unique challenges. Through intelligent automation, we give factories newfound flexibility, scalability, and resilience. We deliver products to meet the demands of today while building a platform to take advantage of what comes next. Working with us means you’ll have the opportunity to make lasting, impactful changes for our company and our customers. If you’re ready to apply your exceptional skills to create the factory of the future, we’d love to speak with you. ABOUT THE ROLE As a SW Application Manager, you will lead a team of Software Application Engineers bringing solutions to life with Bright Machines products. We have a passion for bringing together cross-functional teams to creatively solve problems. In this role, you will be working closely with different groups throughout project lifecycles to create innovative automation solutions. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING * Lead the programming and vision team in the achievement of objectives and metrics * Lead programming architecture & design that will be integrated into our technology. * HMI design and implementation * Manage the work around APIs & Integration with ERP, shop-floor management systems and machine controls (PLCs, Drivers, Robots controllers, Industrial communications protocols) * Collaborate with development teams in US (interfaces, security, company standards) * Create automatic data gathering, statistics, analytics and representation through metrics & dashboards * Create and maintain related controlled documentation (logics & functional schematics, state machines, business scenarios, sequencing & timing diagrams, process flows, acceptance test procedure technical /operational/ maintenance manuals). * Support system commissioning, qualification and debugging * Manage the software configuration control and release using GIT * Some travel may be required for line deployments, and working with our team in other locations (30%) WHAT WE WANT TO SEE * Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering/Computer Science/ Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering or other related engineering degrees * Master in software programming * At least 5+ years of experience leading a software team in multidisciplinary environments with a track record of creating a results-oriented climate with motivated engineers experience with multi-disciplinary systems, multi-software platforms * Experience with industrial automation & industrial equipment controls, and manufacturing/process * At least 5 years of PLC/IPC logic & programming, troubleshooting, and configuration with industry-leading vendors (Beckhoff – main focus, Modicon, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, Toshiba, Aromat, etc’…) * Industrial automation & industrial equipment controls, manufacturing/process * At least 5 years of PLC/IPC logic & programming, troubleshooting, and configuration with industry-leading vendors (Beckhoff – main focus, Modicon, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, Toshiba, Aromat, etc’…) * Serial & Bus Communication protocols: TCP/IP, RestAPI, EtherCAT, Ethernet/Profinet, RS232/422/485. Nice to have - Modbus, CAN Open, Profibus and others * Vision systems - image processing tools & environments * Robotics programming: Fanuc, Nachi, Epson, Kuka, Denso, others * Familiarity with data gathering, analytics, reporting and dashboarding * Remote monitoring applications * 5+ years’ experience leading engineering teams with a track record of creating a results-oriented environment with motivated Engineers * Aptitude for process, controls and machines. * Passionate, creative and hands-on; you love to code. * You thrive in a dynamic, fast paced environment * Well organized, attention to detail and methodical * Capable of analyzing, debugging and solving complex problems * A team player, leading teams of engineers * Great communicator (oral and written) * Proficient English skills and ability to communicate effectively with coworkers around the world Nice to have * Proficiency in one of common OOP languages like C#/Python for high-level SW usage of our stack as well as writing device drivers, and Structure Text for PLC real-time device drivers – last is an advantage. * Familiarity with micro-service SW architecture * Proficiency in GIT flow and usage * Basic knowledge of Linux O.S BE EMPOWERED TO CHANGE AN INDUSTRY We’re looking for people who believe they can personally help modernize a global industry and want to work alongside passionate teammates who share their vision. As a global company working toward a common goal, we have a highly collaborative and inclusive approach to work, striking a balance between celebrating team success and focusing on individual growth. We exist to transform the way things are made. Join us on the journey Type of position: Full-time Salary: Starting at $65,000.00 per year Application question(s): * What level of English do you speak? * How many years of experience do you have as a Software Application Manager in this field? Industrial Automation Work location: On-site employment