T404 - Principal Engineer/ Senior Software Engineer C/C++ (Automation Machinery)
LocationSingapore, Singapore, Singapore
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentIT
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 18, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live6h ago
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Must have10
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
At least 5 years of hands-on experience developing industrial automation software using C++, C#, and WPF
Demonstrated experience in programming and integrating motion control cards and distributed I/O systems for industrial machinery
Strong knowledge of Windows API development, system-level programming, and advanced memory management techniques
Solid understanding of the C++ Standard Library (STL), including extensive use of templates and reusable components
Practical experience with Windows synchronization and communication objects, particularly events and mutexes, for multithreading applications
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Capable of working independently while also contributing effectively within a cross-functional team environment
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and maintainable software
Nice to have2
Knowledge of Windows GDI/GDI+ for graphics and visualization applications is an advantage
Experience with Borland/Embarcadero C++ Builder and VCL platforms is highly desirable
Skills
C++
C#
WPF
Windows API
WinUI
Windows GDI/GDI+
Borland/Embarcadero C++ Builder
VCL
STL
Job Responsibilities
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Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain reliable and high-performance industrial automation software using C++, C#, and WPF.
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Utilize Windows APIs and relevant libraries to interface with and control hardware components.
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Develop machine control functionalities using motion control cards to achieve accurate and precise motion.
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Integrate distributed I/O systems for sensor data acquisition and actuator control.
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Implement reliable software-hardware communication protocols to ensure efficient and stable data exchange.
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Apply advanced multithreading, synchronization, and concurrency techniques to optimize application performance and responsiveness.
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Implement efficient memory management using technologies such as memory-mapped files, file mapping objects, and memory sections.
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Effectively leverage the C++ Standard Library, templates, and reusable components to improve code quality, performance, and maintainability.
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Work with Windows synchronization objects, including events and mutexes, to support reliable inter-thread communication and synchronization.
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Develop user interfaces using WPF or WinUI, where required, to provide intuitive monitoring and machine-control functionality.
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Produce clean, well-documented, maintainable, and efficient code in accordance with software development best practices.
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Work closely with Electrical and Mechanical Engineers to understand machine requirements and translate system specifications into effective software solutions.
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Participate in code reviews, share technical knowledge, and provide constructive feedback to other developers.
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Keep up to date with the latest developments in C++, industrial automation, motion control, Windows development, and related software technologies.
Requirements
Job Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
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At least 5 years of hands-on experience developing industrial automation software using C++, C#, and WPF.
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Demonstrated experience in programming and integrating motion control cards and distributed I/O systems for industrial machinery.
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Strong knowledge of Windows API development, system-level programming, and advanced memory management techniques.
•
Solid understanding of the C++ Standard Library (STL), including extensive use of templates and reusable components.
•
Practical experience with Windows synchronization and communication objects, particularly events and mutexes, for multithreading applications.
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Knowledge of Windows GDI/GDI+ for graphics and visualization applications is an advantage.
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Experience with Borland/Embarcadero C++ Builder and VCL platforms is highly desirable.
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Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, with a structured approach to troubleshooting complex software and machine-control issues.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams.
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Capable of working independently while also contributing effectively within a cross-functional team environment.
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Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and maintainable software.
Hiring process
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