IT Developer – Shopfloor Automation Systems

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

• Estimated annual base pay:  $76,560(minimum) - $95,700(midpoint) - $114,840(maximum
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. 
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. 
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance  
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. 
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 
• Member referral bonus 
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 
• Voluntary benefits, including:  
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts 
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Woodward is a global manufacturer and supplier of Aerospace and Defense components and is a fast-growing manufacturing and automation company. We are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to create innovative, efficient, and scalable solutions for our clients. Our team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.

We are currently seeking a motivated and skilled Level 2 IT Developer with experience in Ignition Platform and Python programming to join our growing team. If you're excited about solving real-world problems and working on challenging projects in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!

What You Will Be Doing 

• Develop, deploy, and maintain applications and solutions using Ignition Platform software.
• Write clean, efficient, and reusable Python code for system integrations, automation, and data processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize industrial and business systems.
• Create and maintain Ignition projects, including visualization, scripting, and database connectivity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Ignition applications, Python scripts, and supporting infrastructure.
• Work with SQL databases to query, analyze, and manipulate data for various applications.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to junior developers or team members as needed.
• Document development processes, workflows, and system configurations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies related to It, OT, Industrial IoT, and industrial automation.

What We Are Looking For 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) required.
• 2-4 years of professional experience in software development, IT, or industrial automation required.
• Hands-on experience with Ignition Platform (design, configuration, scripting, and troubleshooting).
• Proficiency in Python programming for automation and system integration.
• Strong understanding of SQL databases (querying, optimization, and integration).
• Knowledge of industrial protocols (e.g., OPC, MQTT) and their application in SCADA systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Experience with Ignition Perspective or Vision modules.
• Familiarity with industrial automation equipment such as PLCs, HMIs, or IoT devices.
• Knowledge of scripting languages or frameworks beyond Python (e.g., JavaScript, Java).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of Agile methodologies or experience working in Agile teams.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

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