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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Staff, Solution Architect, MES - **Company:** Corning - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $129,143.0 - $177,572.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Code Generation, Information Systems, Relational Databases, DevOps, Programming Tools, Microsoft SQL Server, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Enterprise Software Applications, AngularJS, Information Technology, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/DE9B4655E24241A98DADD06598CE6F9A/job/ ## About the Role * BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Management, or related technical discipline. * Strong leadership, systems thinking, and project management capabilities. * 5+ years of experience with enterprise application development. * Hands-on experience supporting IT systems in mission-critical, 24/7 manufacturing environments. * Strong understanding of source code management practices and relational database design. * Deep knowledge of application development best practices, patterns, and architecture principles. Preferred Qualifications * Direct experience developing with Siemens Opcenter Execution Designer and Portal. * Experience with Angular or modern UI frameworks. * Experience leveraging AI tools or techniques (e.g., copilots, code generation, automation, or predictive analytics) to improve solution design, development efficiency, or manufacturing system performance. * Knowledge of SDLC and modern DevOps practices. * Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment. * Flexible to meet with global partners outside standard business hours when needed. * Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to bridge business and technology perspectives. * Proven success delivering solutions that meet business needs while maintaining long-term technical sustainability. * Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to influence architectural decisions. ## Description Corning is hiring a Manufacturing Execution System ( MES) Solution Architect to join our team in Charlotte, NC! In this role you will play a critical role in defining and delivering standardized, scalable Siemens Opcenter Execution (formerly Camstar) solutions across Corning's global manufacturing network. You will partner closely with business leaders, manufacturing teams, and IT stakeholders to architect solutions that drive operational excellence, standardization, and digital transformation throughout the enterprise., * Serve as the strategic technical leader for Siemens Opcenter Execution, guiding solution architecture, design standards, and development practices across global sites. * Architect, implement, and support MES capabilities in alignment with Corning's IT standards and manufacturing best practices. * Apply strong hands-on expertise with Opcenter modeling and development tools (Designer, Portal) to design high-quality, reusable, and scalable solutions. * Leverage deep technical skills in .NET, JavaScript, SQL, and Microsoft SQL Server to develop, integrate, and optimize MES capabilities. * Partner with internal stakeholders to translate business needs into clear technical requirements and solution designs. * Ensure seamless integration between MES, ERP, and shop floor control systems-delivering a robust, end-to-end manufacturing digital ecosystem. * Lead MES activities on global projects, ensuring timelines, system impacts, documentation, and communication are managed effectively. * Deliver clear and actionable specifications for development teams to ensure accurate implementation. ## Related Videos - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [How to Stop Choosing JavaScript Frameworks and Start Living](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/118-how-to-stop-choosing-javascript-frameworks-and-start-living) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)