Software Engineer II - MTS Systems

A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.

Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people’s lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.

Transforming what’s possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials — this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it’s a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.

By joining MTS, you’ll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You’ll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.

The Software Engineer II role is a member of the Application Software Development team at MTS Test & Simulation. The team is responsible for the design, creation, and continual improvement of MTS application software focused on high performance motion control and data acquisition systems.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Design, develop, and implement new concepts and features in a complex, object-oriented system
• Build robust software that provides outstanding customer experience
• Be involved in the design and implementation of control and signal processing algorithms
• Design, code, test, and document software solutions for specific customer feature requests
• Work in Agile/Scrum and Stage-Gate development processes to deliver high quality software in a fast-paced environment
• Plan and estimate software development efforts
• Provide input on software development best practices in order to support our environment of continuous improvement
• Feature development – including working with stakeholders (Product Management, QA, Tech support etc).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• 4+ years of progressively demanding software application development experience
• Demonstrated ability to produce clean, efficient, and reliable code in C#
• Proficient in developing and maintaining automated software tests
• Creative thinker and strong problem solver
• Ability and eagerness to take ownership of tasks and work with minimal supervision on the solution
• Ability to communicate effectively and learn from others

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), UI/UX development
• Experience with MVVM design pattern
• Experience with Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server, and Git
• Experience with Windows/RTOS (Linux), Python scripting etc
• Strong communication skills in both verbal and written form with ability to influence others

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Physical Demands (U.S. only)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to and fingers to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.