Software Engineer
EDISON WELDING INSTITUTE INC
Summary
We are looking for an experienced, full stack software engineer to design, build, and help own the software systems that connect and control our advanced manufacturing platforms. This role will work on systems involving industrial networking and communications and will have significant influence over software architecture decisions.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Build full stack applications end-to-end, from backend services and APIs to the front-end interfaces users interact with
- Design and evolve software architecture for systems that integrate sensors, controllers, and industrial equipment on the shop floor
- Build and maintain containerized services and the CI/CD pipelines that test, package, and deploy them
- Contribute to architectural decisions, exercising sound engineering judgment on trade-offs (reliability, scalability, maintainability, security)
- Collaborate with manufacturing process experts and other engineers to translate real-world requirements into robust software systems
- Establish and uphold engineering best practices: code review, testing, documentation, and version control discipline
- Mentor other engineers and communicate architectural intent clearly enough that others can build on it correctly
- Present technical approaches and trade-offs to stakeholders and, where relevant, contribute to conference presentations, publications, or patents
Required Qualifications
- Full stack engineering expertise, ideally including:
- Backend development in Python (e.g., building services, APIs, and data pipelines); FastAPI preferred
- Front-end development with React (plus solid HTML/CSS/JavaScript fundamentals)
- Working with relational and/or NoSQL databases, including schema design and query optimization; SQL preferred
- Demonstrated experience designing software architecture for non-trivial systems, and the judgment to make and defend those design decisions
- Practical experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) in production or near-production settings
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
- Strong fundamentals in version control, automated testing (both backend and front-end), and code review practices
- Experience leveraging AI agents to accelerate development
- Ability to communicate clearly with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work well with evolving priorities in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment
- Utilizes judgment in communication styles and behaviors; recognizes impact on other team members
- Exhibits proficient written and verbal communication with customers both internal and external; including direct experience presenting technical work to customers
- Proven adaptability and flexibility as a part of team
- Ability to maintain excellent customer relationships both internal and external
- Strong ability to plan and organize tasks
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with the kind of industrial networking and communications used in manufacturing/IoT environments (e.g., MQTT, Sparkplug B, OPC UA, or similar protocols)
- Familiarity with industrial automation and batch/sequential control
- Experience with cloud infrastructure and infrastructure-as-code
- Additional front-end/back-end experience such as TypeScript, Node.js, or state management libraries commonly used alongside React
Education
- B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience; we heavily weigh real-world industry experience
- Advanced degree a plus but not required
Experience
Three (3) to eight (8) years at a software-focused company with real, hands-on professional software engineering experience
Requirements
- Full stack engineering expertise
- Backend development in Python (e.g., building services, APIs, and data pipelines); FastAPI preferred
- Front-end development with React (plus solid HTML/CSS/JavaScript fundamentals)
- Working with relational and/or NoSQL databases, including schema design and query optimization; SQL preferred
- Demonstrated experience designing software architecture for non-trivial systems, and the judgment to make and defend those design decisions
- Practical experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) in production or near-production settings
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
- Strong fundamentals in version control, automated testing (both backend and front-end), and code review practices
- Experience leveraging AI agents to accelerate development
- Ability to communicate clearly with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work well with evolving priorities in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment
- Utilizes judgment in communication styles and behaviors; recognizes impact on other team members
- Exhibits proficient written and verbal communication with customers both internal and external; including direct experience presenting technical work to customers
- Proven adaptability and flexibility as a part of team
- Ability to maintain excellent customer relationships both internal and external
- Strong ability to plan and organize tasks
- Experience with the kind of industrial networking and communications used in manufacturing/IoT environments (e.g., MQTT, Sparkplug B, OPC UA, or similar protocols)
- Familiarity with industrial automation and batch/sequential control
- Experience with cloud infrastructure and infrastructure-as-code
- Additional front-end/back-end experience such as TypeScript, Node.js, or state management libraries commonly used alongside React
- B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience; we heavily weigh real-world industry experience
- Advanced degree a plus but not required
- Three (3) to eight (8) years at a software-focused company with real, hands-on professional software engineering experience
- Eligible for U.S. export control authorizations
Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Company overview
Edison Welding Institute (EWI) is a leading nonprofit research and development organization specializing in advanced manufacturing technologies, with a primary focus on welding, materials joining, and engineering services. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, EWI serves as a critical resource for industry innovation, providing cutting-edge research, technical expertise, and workforce development programs. The organization operates as a collaborative research institute that bridges the gap between academic research and industrial application, offering solutions in areas such as nondestructive testing, materials science, and manufacturing process optimization. EWI's mission centers on advancing manufacturing technologies through sponsored research activities, government-funded projects, and industry partnerships. The institute generates revenue through government grants, program service fees, and membership dues, supporting its extensive research facilities and technical staff. As a federally registered tax-exempt corporation, EWI plays a vital role in enhancing U.S. manufacturing competitiveness by developing innovative welding technologies, improving production efficiency, and training the next generation of manufacturing professionals. The organization's work spans multiple industries including aerospace, automotive, energy, and defense sectors, making significant contributions to materials engineering and industrial innovation.