SCADA Programmer - Data center

SCADA Programmer -

Data Center Systems Employment Type:

Full‑TimePosition SummaryWe are seeking an experienced SCADA Programmer with a strong background in data center infrastructure systems and hands‑on expertise with Inductive Automation's Ignition platform. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, commissioning, and maintaining SCADA solutions that support mission‑critical data center operations, including power, cooling, and monitoring systems. The ideal candidate understands the reliability, redundancy, and uptime requirements unique to data center environments.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, configure, and maintain SCADA applications using Ignition (Vision and/or Perspective).

Develop datacenter focusedSCADA solutions for:

Electrical systems (UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs)Mechanical systems (chillers, CRAHs/CRACs, cooling plants)Environmental monitoring and alarmsCreate and maintain

HMI/SCADA

graphics, tags, alarm management, and historian data.

Integrate SCADA systems with PLCs and intelligent devices using Modbus, BACnet, OPC UA, SNMP, and other industry protocols.

Support system commissioning, factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT).Implement alarm strategies aligned with data center operational best practices and escalation workflows.

Troubleshoot SCADA, communication, and system integration issues in live environments.

Optimize system performance, data reliability, and visualization clarity.

Collaborate with controls engineers, electrical engineers, IT/networking teams, and data center operations staff.

Develop and maintain system documentation, network diagrams, and configuration backups.

Support system expansions, upgrades, and cybersecurity best practices.

Provide operational support during critical events or planned maintenance windows.

Required Qualifications3+ years of experience as a SCADA Programmer or Controls Engineer.

Strong hands‑on experience with Ignition SCADA (Vision and/or Perspective).Demonstrated experience working in data center environments or with mission‑critical facilities.

Solid understanding of datacenter infrastructure systems:

Electrical distribution and redundancy (N, N+1, 2N concepts)Mechanical and cooling systemsExperience with common industrial communication protocols:

Modbus TCP/RTUBACnet

OPC UASNMP

(preferred in data center monitoring)Experience integrating PLC-based control systems into SCADA platforms.

Understanding of alarm management best practices (ISA‑18.2 / EEMUA concepts a plus).Ability to read and interpret control drawings, network diagrams, and sequences of operation.

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work in critical operational environments.

Preferred QualificationsIgnition Certification (Core, Gold, or Specialized)Experience with enterprise or multi-site Ignition architecturesFamiliarity with SQL databases and historian optimizationExperience with data center monitoring platforms or DCIM integrationKnowledge of cybersecurity practices for

OT/SCADA

environmentsExperience working alongside IT/network teams in segmented networks