Software Developer, Automation Technology, PLC & Edge

DAS Environmental Expert GmbH

full-time

Posted on: 2/19/2026

Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Dresden • Germany

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About the role

As a Software Developer (m/f/d) in our innovation team, you will shape the future of our emission control systems.
You will combine classical PLC automation with modern digital technologies, Edge computing, sensor intelligence and Industry 4.0 features.
You will develop and test software and modeling concepts that improve the CO₂ balance, PFC emissions and operating costs of our systems.
You will define which data, signals and logic are required in PLC and Edge software.
You will integrate sensors, including their connection to the PLC.
You will define and coordinate the required PLC signals and logical changes together with the PLC team.
You will specify and test Edge computing modules and I4.0 interfaces in laboratory and pilot plants.
You will design data flows from PLCs and sensors to databases, analytics platforms and dashboards.
You will plan and support experiments with gas and process sensors.
You will describe use cases and acceptance criteria and define relevant KPIs and reporting requirements.
You will act as the primary contact (m/f/d) for our software development, the innovation team and our worldwide subsidiaries by gathering requirements, prioritizing them and communicating results.

Completed degree in Computer Science, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a comparable qualification.
Professional experience with PLC and HMI environments or a strong technical understanding of automation environments.
Very good knowledge of C#, JavaScript or Python.
Experience with industrial communication standards such as OPC UA, MQTT, REST.
Experience with sensor integration, data models and Edge computing architectures.
Analytical, independent and solution-oriented working style.
Team player with clear communication skills, including across interfaces.
Broad technical interest and enthusiasm for learning new technologies.
Good written and spoken German and English (minimum B2 level).

Benefits

Career & individual development: We shape your professional development together.
Individual career paths are oriented toward your strengths, interests and technical focuses.
Training & technical depth: A versatile training program complements your varied responsibilities and enables you to continuously expand your technical expertise.
Varied tasks & projects: You will work on a range of day-to-day tasks and actively contribute to projects.
Fair compensation: We offer fair remuneration that appropriately reflects qualifications, responsibility and performance.
Flexible working hours & remote work: Flexible hours and the option to work remotely give you space for focused, productive work.
Modern workplaces & coworking spaces: Modern, ergonomic workplaces and coworking spaces provide optimal conditions for focused work and for project and team collaboration.
Meaningful work & sustainability: With us you work on solutions that protect air and water and make industrial processes more sustainable.
Teamwork & informal culture: Flat hierarchies, short decision-making paths and an informal (“Du”) culture promote collaboration at eye level and genuine teamwork.
Work-life balance: With our 38-hour work week, flexible working time models and flexitime, we support you in reconciling work and private life.
30 days of vacation plus additional leave based on length of service.

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Hard Skills & Tools

PLC programmingHMI environmentsC#JavaScriptPythonOPC UAMQTTRESTEdge computingsensor integration

Soft Skills

analytical skillsindependent workingsolution-orientedteam playercommunication skillsenthusiasm for learningclear communication