Software Engineer

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Software Engineer - Field Systems Automation Job Description Join a global breeding automation engineering team that is redefining the farm of the future by building geospatially connected, automated, and data‑driven field and lab technologies. As a Software Engineer on the Field Systems team, you will design, develop, test, and support research control software systems that power next-generation automated R D field equipment. You will work across data acquisition, machine control, cloud connectivity, process control, and user interaction, while providing technical leadership within a cross‑functional team. Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and support research control software systems for automated R D field equipment. Own the full software development lifecycle, including project planning, deriving requirements from system objectives, organizing and prioritizing work, delivering results, and providing ongoing support. Develop software capabilities for data acquisition from hardware and software systems, machine control, cloud connectivity, process control, and user interaction. Lead the design and implementation of machine-to-machine (M2M) and electromechanical automation system software using languages such as C#, C++, C, or Python. Develop multi-threaded and multi-process applications and services, applying appropriate concurrency constructs and design patterns. Create and maintain networked systems that communicate with data-generating devices and data aggregation and transformation services. Implement and troubleshoot networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, and MQTT, as well as hardware-to-hardware communication and serial communication standards. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline. Demonstrable experience owning the development of automated or control systems. Experience developing machine-to-machine (M2M) and electromechanical automation system software in C#, C++, C, or Python. Experience developing multi-threaded and multi-process applications and services, with strong understanding of concurrency constructs and patterns. Strong software development skills, with the ability to contribute across all phases of the product lifecycle. Proven ability to drive software development as part of a small, multi-disciplined engineering team, including planning, requirements derivation, task organization, and delivery. Excellent system software and hardware troubleshooting and debugging skills. Experience developing networked systems that communicate with data-generating devices and data aggregation and transformation services. Experience with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, and MQTT. Experience with hardware-to-hardware (M2M) communication and serial communication. Experience with the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Chesterfield, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $55.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Chesterfield,MO.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.