Title:  Senior Software Engineer

About Us:

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy. 

Position Summary

In this role, you will take ownership of the software development lifecycle and database objectives for CTS’ proprietary automated manufacturing test systems.  This dynamic fast paced position combines software expertise with electromechanical systems, database administration and product focused data driven analysis.  As a member of a globally distributed shared services team you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and customers with demanding production or testing schedules.  You will have the opportunity to demonstrate exceptional team work, interpersonal communication, attention to detail, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to deliver impactful solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions that automate product manufacturing, laboratory testing, SQL data storage and data analysis in a fast paced customer focused automotive environment.
• Comply with cybersecurity standards, corporate governance, database security policies, industry standards and internal best practices.
• Apply all aspects of database administration including installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, migration, capacity planning, performance tuning, backup, and recovery.
• Actively participate and contribute to projects involving enterprise database systems enhancements to meet business requirements. Participate in project design and SQL Server database design decisions.
• Responsible for planning and delivering timely solutions in a hybrid development environment.
• Lead system architecture, software design and security reviews.
• Utilize the latest source code control methodologies to maintain an organized and well documented code base.
• Develop enterprise level data reporting and management solutions.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in support of internal and customer focused requirements.
• Create system and subsystem software documentation.
• Mentorship and training of engineers and/or interns.
• Provide operational feasibility feedback to the manufacturing teams.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of SQL, database architectures and database technology trends.
• Expert knowledge of NI TestStand and LabView.
• Expert knowledge of electromechanical devices and data acquisition systems.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical architecture as it relates to manufacturing test systems.
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity governance, methods, techniques and tools.
• Advanced knowledge of .NET [VB.NET and C#] programming languages.
• Advanced knowledge of microcontroller architecture and flashing.
• Proficiency with GPT’s, ML and neural networks.
• Proficiency with source code control (BitBucket, Git, SVN or equivalent).
• Proficiency with the latest web development languages/tools is preferred.
• Understanding of SAE J1939 protocol.
• Ability to excel in a demanding production driven environment (automotive preferred).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or data science.
• 8+ years of experience in software design, development and database administration for manufacturing environments.
• Fluency in Spanish is desirable.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work several hours at a computer
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed, domestic and international

Working Environment

• Standard office environment
• Laboratory environments
• Extended periods in a manufacturing environment

Join Us

At CTS, one of the ways we recognize the value of our employees is through our comprehensive benefits program.  Highlights of our benefits program for full-time employees include:

• Health Benefits
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to shape the future? Apply now to join a world leader in sensing and connectivity.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We fully comply with all applicable Department of Labor and EEOC rules, regulations, guidelines, and orders including but not limited to Executive Order 11246 and 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-1.4, 60-250.5(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). The parties hereby incorporate the requirements of 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-1.4(a)(7), 29 C.F.R. Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A, 41 C.F.R. § 60-300.5(a) and 41 C.F.R. § 60-741.5(a), if applicable. Except where prohibited by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screening.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630.577.8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment. 

Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

No agencies, please. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes and are not looking to engage an agency. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Do not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. It is not our standard practice to utilize agencies; we are a federal contractor and need to comply with the same process for all.

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