Generac

Senior Software Development Engineer

Generac  •  Sussex, WI (Onsite)  •  19 hours ago
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Job Description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Senior Software Development Engineer is a senior member of a team developing and testing power generation control systems that can be remotely controlled and monitored using web and mobile technology solutions. The Engineer III position will participate in planning and estimation of software development tasks and will provide technical guidance and mentoring to lessor experienced Engineers. The position will also be responsible for working with and providing guidance to tool sets used with our controllers in production.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain software solutions using C#, JavaScript, Angular, Blazor, and Linux-based technologies, delivering scalable and reliable functionality.

  • Lead technical design decisions and solution architecture, balancing business requirements, technical standards, cost, and long-term maintainability.

  • Develop and support embedded, server-based, and network-connected systems used to monitor and control power generation products.

  • Build and enhance web, mobile, and API-based applications, ensuring performance, scalability, interoperability, and extensibility.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle, including planning, design reviews, code reviews, testing, and release activities.

  • Mentor and develop engineers through technical guidance, code reviews, and best-practice coaching.

  • Provide technical support for customers, dealers, and field deployments as needed, while staying current on emerging technologies and software engineering best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline

  • 5 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced proficiency in C# and JavaScript, with experience developing complex, integrated software applications.

  • Strong experience working in Linux environments, including deployment, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation.

  • Experience developing software for or integrating with embedded Linux systems and multi-platform architectures.

  • Deep understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, Ethernet communications, and client-server architectures.

  • Experience designing and supporting server-based applications and services in distributed environments.

  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues across application, operating system, and network layers while providing technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.

Great Reasons to work for us

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

  • State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities

  • Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers

  • Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators

  • Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.

  • We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Generac

About Generac

Generac is the total energy solutions company powering a smarter world. We help free people to use energy on their own terms by giving them access to reliable energy that is also cleaner, more efficient and better managed.

We do this by making homes a sanctuary where people have reliable power so they can safely and comfortably work, learn and entertain. Around the world, our commercial and industrial solutions are trusted to power and support businesses and critical infrastructure to protect against the challenges of an aging power grid, increasingly severe weather and escalating energy demands and rising rates. 

As an industry pioneer, we are relentlessly focused on the future of energy management. We’re ushering in a new era of energy solutions where we are exploring new technologies, delivering connected solutions and protecting against increasing energy costs for consumers and commercial users.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Waukesha, WI
Year Founded
1959
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