Software Architect - Automation Technology

besecke GmbH & Co. KG

Job

In this role, you will develop software architectures for automation systems, analyze technical requirements, and oversee implementation by development teams, including interface design and system integration.

Job summary

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Job technologies

Your role in the team

  • Development and design of software architectures for automation and control systems.
  • Analysis of complex technical requirements in close collaboration with related departments (sales, design, project management, execution).
  • Definition and maintenance of architecture guidelines as well as management of the HMI and PLC developer teams during implementation.
  • Technical evaluation of new software and hardware solutions in the context of maritime applications.
  • Responsibility for interface design, data exchange formats, and integration concepts.
  • Support with system integration and commissioning - occasionally also on-site onboard.

Our expectations of you

Education

  • Completed degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Qualifications

  • In-depth knowledge of automation and control engineering (e.g., PLC, SCADA, fieldbus systems).
  • Ability to analyze complex contexts holistically and structure them clearly.
  • Strong communication skills, team spirit, and initiative.
  • Good German and English language skills, both written and spoken.

Experience

  • Several years of experience in software development and architecture design, preferably in a maritime environment.
  • Experience with maritime electrical engineering systems (e.g., power distribution, ship infrastructure, control systems) is highly advantageous.

What we offer

  • Exciting field of application: We have equipped 8 of the 13 largest yachts in the world with alarm and monitoring systems.
  • Innovative topics: such as fuel cell technology, energy storage systems, and DC systems.
  • Planning security: long-term planning horizon due to a high order backlog and long-term projects.
  • Balanced overall package: permanent employment contract with attractive salary, holiday and Christmas bonuses, 30 days of vacation, and a company pension scheme.
  • Flexibility/Flexitime: Opportunity to work from home; regulated yet flexible working hours.
  • Your perfect workplace: modern and functional workwear, mobile devices and smartphones including plans (optional premium device) also for private use; good connectivity to infrastructure and free company parking.
  • Attractive extras: experienced colleagues ensure comprehensive onboarding (mentoring system); from the 5th year onwards, length of service is rewarded.
  • Collegiality/Open-mindedness: flat hierarchies for an open and transparent work culture and respectful interaction.
  • The best for last: team events, employee discounts, Jobrad leasing, subsidized sports and health programs, fruit basket, coffee, and water.

Benefits

Higher take-home pay

Health, fitness & fun

Topics you will work on

Job locations

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  • Location Bremen
    Bremen, Germany

About your employer

besecke is an independent, medium-sized company that designs, builds and installs complete systems for world-wide clients. At the heart of our work is the automation of ships, factories and other facilities. Our service offering includes project planning, design, software development and manufacturing and commissioning of complex automation and energy distribution systems.

Company type
Established Company
Work model
Onsite, Hybrid
Industry
Industry, Production · Internet, IT, Telecommunication
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Software Architect - Automation Technology

besecke GmbH & Co. KG