IoT Developer (Contract)

Magna International Inc.•Woodbridge, VA

68d

About The Position

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain. Lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge industrial IoT solutions. Developing scalable applications and microservices for both on-premises and cloud environments, integrating legacy equipment with modern infrastructure, and enabling smart manufacturing through data-driven insights. Through your expertise, you will play a vital role in driving innovation across Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
3-5 years of hands-on experience in complex system design and implementation.
Proficiency in IoT protocols: MQTT, HTTP, OPC DA/UA, WebSocket, S7, UNS, and Modbus.
Strong programming skills in C#, Python, C++, Java, JavaScript, Go, and R.
Experience with Microservices architecture and RESTful API development.
Expertise in database systems: SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, including OLAP and ETL frameworks.
Knowledge of connectivity platforms such as Kepware and Ignition.
Skilled in data analysis and visualization using Grafana and BI tools like Power BI, AWS Quicksight, and QlikView.
Experience with cloud-based IoT development and integration, particularly on AWS.
Understanding of statistical methods and data-driven decision-making.
Knowledge of different project management methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile.
Solid understanding of Industrial IoT (IIoT), Smart Manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 principles.
Basic knowledge of SCADA systems and PLCs.
Familiarity with predictive maintenance strategies and sensor integration (temperature, pressure, vibration, etc.).
Experience with industrial sensor connectivity, data acquisition, and historian software.
Proactive problem-solving mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to emerging technologies and industry trends.
Strong collaboration and communication skills across engineering, operations, and IT teams.
Positive "can-do" attitude that inspires teams to exceed expectations.
Ability to thrive in dynamic, cross-functional environments.
Time and project management skills, with the capability to prioritize and multitask as needed
Must be able to communicate fluently in both written and spoken English
Ability to handle highly sensitive matters with objectivity and discretion; High personal standard of integrity.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of tasks from concept to completion.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in manufacturing environments is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Design and implement solutions to connect legacy industrial equipment with modern IoT infrastructure.
Develop and maintain IoT applications and microservices for both on-premises and cloud environments.
Manage code deployments, updates, and fixes using version control tools such as Azure DevOps and GitHub.
Collect, store, and visualize IoT sensor data from industrial devices to support real-time monitoring and analytics.
Create and maintain KPIs, metrics, and dashboards to monitor Industry 4.0 production environments.
Support and maintain data pipelines using ETL/ELT structures for efficient data flow and transformation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to brainstorm innovative ideas and improve development and delivery processes.
Provide detailed technical specifications for proposed solutions, including required materials, services, and internal resources.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues during development, testing, and production phases.
Ensure all work aligns with ethical standards and complies with company policies and procedures.
Act with honesty and integrity, and make ethical business choices in accordance with Magna's Compliance Policies and Procedures.
Adhere to standards and rules described in the Employee Handbook, conduct in a manner consistent with those practices leading to the safe operation of the division and displaying leadership, concerns and a safe work ethics.
Actively and positively support the continued practice of Common Values behaviours.
Comply and participate with Suggestions and Continuous Improvement program at MSM.
Initiate and embrace company change.
Follow Operators' Downtime Escalation Process.
Other assignments as required