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Salary bracket: $155,000
Location: Atlanta, GA

The employer specialises in the warehouse automation and advanced logistics technology industry. They design and deliver innovative automation solutions that help global brands improve warehouse performance while supporting operational teams worldwide. Combining sophisticated mechanical engineering, resilient software, and deep logistics expertise, they solve some of the most complex challenges facing modern fulfilment operations.

They have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer to join their growing team. This position is well-suited to an experienced software integration professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, collaborating across teams, and delivering solutions that have a direct impact on real-world warehouse operations.

Responsibilities:
* Develop software programs and interfaces between automation products and client software ecosystems, ensuring high-quality integration standards
* Act as a subject matter expert for the Software Integration team, supporting technical training, mentoring, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Analyse client software requirements and architecture to provide effective technical solutions and recommendations
* Create software development specifications and functional analysis documentation
* Support developers with product knowledge, design guidance, technical methodology, and code quality reviews
* Collaborate with hardware, systems, commissioning, and operational teams to ensure seamless integration
* Review functional analysis and support quality throughout project development phases
* Assist with software feature handover to operational teams and provide customer-site support when required
* Identify and recommend improvements to software integration processes and department roadmaps
* Represent company values and contribute positively to a collaborative, innovative culture

Requirements:
* 8+ years' experience in software engineering, software integration, or a similar technical role, ideally within warehouse automation, logistics, fulfilment, or industrial technology
* Strong understanding of WMS, WCS, and WES software environments, particularly WMS integrations
* Experience with SQL, JavaScript, NodeJS, and web development technologies
* Knowledge of Agile development methodologies
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant technical discipline
* Experience leading software integration projects from concept through delivery
* Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, including automated regression testing and unit testing
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
* Confidence making decisions, managing challenges, and handling difficult conversations with internal and external stakeholders
* Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers
* Willingness to travel up to 30% as required

Reasons why you should apply:
* Work on cutting-edge automation technology used by global warehouse operations
* Join an innovative company where your work moves from concept through to real-world production environments
* Collaborate with talented engineers and specialists in a highly supportive, knowledge-sharing culture
* Play a key role in shaping software integration standards and future technology solutions
* Enjoy a role with significant technical ownership, customer interaction, and career growth opportunities

How to Apply:
For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Tara at [email protected].

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A leading provider of warehouse automation and intralogistics software solutions is seeking a Lead Software Developer to drive the design and delivery of complex automation projects.

This is a senior, hands-on role combining technical leadership, solution architecture, and customer-facing delivery, working on a proprietary warehouse execution and control platform used in highly automated distribution environments.

What You'll Be DoingOwning technical design and architecture for customer implementationsTranslating business requirements into scalable software solutions and delivery plansLeading and mentoring development teams, including code reviews and design decisionsActing as the technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholdersDriving full project lifecycle delivery (requirements → development → deployment)Resolving complex issues related to performance, reliability, and automation systemsHands-On Technical WorkDeveloping applications using C#/.NET (Framework & modern .NET)Building UI solutions with WPF / MVVMDesigning and optimizing SQL Server databases, queries, and stored proceduresDeveloping REST APIs and service integrationsIntegrating software with warehouse automation systems (WCS/WES), PLCs, AMRs, and host systemsTech EnvironmentC#, .NET (4.8 / .NET 8)WPF, MVVM, XAMLSQL ServerAzure DevOps (Boards, Pipelines, Repos)REST / service-based architecturesIndustrial system interfaces (PLC, AMR, etc.)What We're Looking For5+ years of experience in software development (object-oriented languages)Strong background in C#/.NET developmentExperience in a technical lead or senior engineering roleAbility to translate customer requirements into solution architectureExperience with Agile delivery and tools like Azure DevOpsStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsNice to HaveExperience with warehouse automation, WMS/WCS/WES, or industrial systemsExposure to PLC communication or robotics integrationBackground in high-availability or performance-critical systemsAdditional InfoFully remote role (aligned to US time zones)~25% travel (domestic/international)Opportunity to shape software used in large-scale automated warehousesStrong influence on technical direction and product evolution

This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys combining hands-on engineering with leadership in a fast-growing automation space.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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