IMI Process Automation - Software Developer - Python/Next.js

Job Description

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.

We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world - creating lasting impact for everyone. We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications.

We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science and Fluid Control, and Transport.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the development, design, and implementation of innovative software applications.

Your focus will include site integration, e-commerce feature development, platform optimization, and data & AI-driven products.

This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and high-performance software applications, primarily focusing on e-commerce, site integration, platform optimization, site maintenance, data-driven, and AI-powered products.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable production-level code while adhering to best practices.
• Conduct thorough unit and integration testing to validate software functionality and reliability.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs and performance issues in a timely manner.
• Optimize and refactor existing code to improve efficiency, readability, and maintainability.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for developed software, APIs, and system architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, design solutions, and deliver new features.
• Integrate software with SQL and NoSQL databases (e., Azure SQL, MongoDB) to ensure robust data management.
• Develop front-end components and web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like Next.js (essential).
• Build and maintain services primarily using Next.js and Python-flask frameworks for high-performance applications.
• Leverage cloud platforms (preferably Azure) for deployment, scalability, and application management.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs for seamless integration with external services and applications.
• Apply software design patterns to enhance code reusability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Utilize Git and version control systems to collaborate effectively and maintain a structured codebase.
• Ensure software security by implementing best practices, conducting security assessments, and mitigating vulnerabilities.
• Participate in regular code reviews to uphold code quality, enforce best practices, and share knowledge within the team.
• Continuously improve development processes and methodologies to enhance productivity and software quality.
• Critical Competencies for Success.
• The ideal candidate should have extensive experience integrating third-party APIs across various domains, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance.
  
  

This Includes

• Headless CMS Integration (e., Contentful).
• Product Information Management (PIM) Integration (e., Inriver).
• AI-Powered Search Integration (e., Algolia).
• CRM, ERP and Sales Automation Integration (e., Salesforce, IFS).
• Mapping, Geolocation and security Services (e., Google Maps API, ReCAPTCHA).
• E-commerce Platform API Integration (e., Elastic Path).
• Authentication and Identity Management (e. , Auth0).
• Product Configuration Service (e. , Tacton).
• The candidate must be proficient in RESTful and GraphQL APIs, possess strong JSON parsing skills, and have experience handling OAuth2, API keys, and webhook implementations to ensure smooth system interactions.
• Advanced skills and knowledge in coding, web app development, API development, database integration, and design patterns.
• Advanced skills and knowledge in Next JS and Python Flask framework.
  
  

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