Solutions Lead, Development

Exempt

The Solutions Lead, Development is responsible for providing technical leadership across complex MES/MOM and digital manufacturing implementations. This role leads development strategy, ensures code quality, mentors development resources, and partners cross-functionally to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions for clients.
The Solutions Lead serves as both a hands-on senior developer and a technical authority, guiding architecture decisions, enforcing standards, and supporting enterprise-level deployments across manufacturing environments.

Role duties include:
Technical Leadership & Oversight

• Lead software development efforts across MES/MOM implementations
• Provide technical guidance, architecture oversight, and development standards enforcement
• Ensure high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code delivery
• Conduct code reviews and validate adherence to SDLC best practices
• Extend object and logic models based on detailed technical designs
• Provide senior-level development for complex implementations

Development & Solution Delivery

• Develop and customize MES solutions (Opcenter/Camstar)
• UI design and development (Web Application and/or Portal Studio)
• Interface development (CIO / Camstar Interoperability / integration services)
• Custom programming (C#, .NET, ASP.NET, SQL, Web Services)
• Assist in preparation and execution of system integration and acceptance testing
• Deliver upgrades and enhancements to existing client environments
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced customer issues
• Reproduce issues in-house when necessary for testing and validation

Factory Modeling & Platform Expertise (Camstar / Opcenter)

• Provide guidance on factory modeling best practices (hierarchies, CVEs, object modeling)
• Extend and maintain factory models using Designer tools
• Implement and maintain integrations using CIO and WCF/.NET APIs
• Support Enterprise Platform Administration
• Maintain and grow Opcenter platform expertise across:
  • Modeler
  • Designer (Professional)
  • System Developer
  • Integration
  • Solution Technical Lead

Customer & Cross-Functional Engagement

• Gather and validate detailed development requirements
• Translate business requirements into technical execution
• Provide superior customer support (internal & external)
• Support consulting and training teams during engagements
• Assist with SOW scoping and effort estimation where required
• Influence executive-level stakeholders on technical direction

Team Mentorship & Knowledge Management

• Mentor and support developers across the organization
• Provide technical training and onboarding guidance
• Contribute to internal knowledgebase and forums
• Ensure proper documentation of development work
• Maintain and improve SOPs related to development practices

• Other Duties
  • As assigned on a project basis

Travel Required:

• This is a remote position. Occasional travel may be required – Up to 25%.
• Travel required based on:
  • Customer onsite support needs
  • Project execution needs
  • Client Requirements
  • Milestone delivery or hyper care periods

Preferred Certifications:

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 Practitioner
• MESA International Certificate of Competency (CoC) for MES/MOM
• Siemens Opcenter Certifications (Modeler, Designer, Developer, Integration)
• Advanced .NET / Integration certifications

Required Technical Knowledge:

• Advanced Object Design (Designer)
• Portal Studio (User & Developer)
• Opcenter Programming Courses
• WCF Services
• .NET API
• Enterprise Platform Administration

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and professional experience).
• 10–15 years in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) environments
• 7–10 years leading development/customization in MES systems
• 5–7 years on large, complex manufacturing system projects
• 5–7 years in consultative client-facing roles
• Strong expertise in C#, .NET, SQL, Web Services

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in regulated industries (Medical Device, Pharma, etc.)
• Validation & Verification experience
• Exposure to PLM, LIMS, and/or QMS systems
• Executive-level presentation and communication experience

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: of this position are, but not limited to the following: Ability to: Sit for extended periods of time. Stand in one area for extended periods of time. Stand and walk for extended periods of time. Ascend and descend steps. See for the purpose of observing accuracy of reports and documents. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand Communicate using a phone and computer. Push/pull, squat, turn, twist, bend, and stoop. Lift and carry 20 lbs. Reach in all directions. Think clearly and rationally to solve problems, make good judgments and decisions. Perform the essential functions of this position in an accurate, neat, timely fashion. Ability to meet the travel requirements of this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Office working environment subject to sitting at a desk for long periods of time, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, pushing/pulling of file drawers, reaching in all directions, and prolonged periods of time working at a computer terminal.

Connected Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our projects, the diverse consumers we represent, and the global communities in which we work and call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other.

Geographic Location:
Connected Manufacturing is currently seeking to hire the next Solutions Lead, Development in the following geographic region(s):

• Ireland
• Fully Remote Position (Must have a functional home office with high-speed internet).
• Final work location may influence compensation and travel expectations.

Salary Range:
The anticipated salary range for this position is:
(Ireland Salary Range: €85,000 – €120,000 EUR annually)

Compensation will be commensurate with experience, technical expertise, certifications, and demonstrated leadership and platform experience capability. In addition, it will be aligned with local market data and structured in accordance with regional employment standards.

Final compensation will be determined based on:

• Relevant experience and platform proficiency
• Market data for the geographic region
• Scope of responsibility
• Certifications and specialized expertise

In addition to base salary this position may be eligible for:

• Annual performance-based bonus (per company policy)
• Benefits package consistent with company offerings
• Professional development and certification support