Optix Platform Engineer

Join Us to Shape the Future of Manufacturing Systems

Are you ready to make a real impact in manufacturing technology? Do you thrive on designing innovative solutions and collaborating across teams?

At Grundfos, we believe in empowering our people to create, innovate, and lead. If you’re passionate about industrial software and want to help build the backbone of tomorrow’s smart factories, this opportunity is for you!

What is the job about?

As an Optix Platform Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping our strategic FactoryTalk Optix platform. Working closely with our Platform Owner and agile teams, you’ll define standards, design architecture, and build core modules in C#. Your expertise will support business-driven applications in real production environments, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Your main responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Platform Owner to define architecture, development standards, and governance for FactoryTalk Optix applications
• Design and develop core platform modules in C# for use across application teams
• Provide technical guidance to application developers, ensuring best practices in platform usage and integration with manufacturing systems
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve platform-level issues in production
• Work with scrum masters and product owners to enable smooth platform–application collaboration
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement of deployment, monitoring, and support processes

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• Strong experience with C# development in industrial or enterprise software environments (must-have)
• Hands-on experience with HMI/SCADA systems, ideally FactoryTalk Optix or similar platforms (Ignition, WinCC, etc.)
• Good understanding of industrial automation, manufacturing IT systems, and IIoT connectivity (e.g., OPC UA, MQTT)
• Experience defining software architecture, coding standards, and governance
• Problem-solving skills and troubleshooting experience in production environments
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Nice to have: Knowledge of Rockwell Automation products, edge/cloud deployment, and agile/DevOps principles

If you’re eager to learn about cutting-edge HMI/IIoT technologies and agile teamwork, there’s plenty of opportunity to grow with us!

What’s in it for you?

• The chance to shape a strategic manufacturing platform from the ground up
• Collaboration with a skilled, cross-functional agile team in a supportive environment
• Exposure to advanced HMI/IIoT technologies in real world production
• Flexible working hours and home office possibilities
• Up to 3 days’ paid leave for volunteering
• Annual bonuses, parental support, and internal well-being programs
• Employee-led forums and a diverse, inclusive workplace where your ideas matter
• Long-term career development, continuous learning, and regular feedback

Do you want to learn more?

If you have questions or want to know more about the position, please get in touch with Kristian Kragh, Senior Manager at +45 51 44 95 29. Leave a message on voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible.

If this job sounds appealing, please send your resume by clicking “Apply.”

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