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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** HortiHeroes
- **Location:** Groningen, Netherlands
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Computer Vision, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Quality, Computer Programming, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Software Systems, Structured Text, Process Control Systems, Industrial Software, Twincat
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.nationalevacaturebank.nl/vacature/1188950b-d84c-4dd6-bd1e-96c19bb9e953/senior-software-engineer

## About the Role

+ Completed HBO or WO degree in a software-related technical discipline;
 + At least 10 years of experience in a similar role within industrial automation, machine building, or mechatronic systems;
 + Extensive experience with object-oriented software development and designing structured software architectures;
 + Experience with various industrial control systems in a machine-building environment;
 + Experience with TwinCAT 3 and Beckhoff is preferred;
 + Relevant knowledge of C#/.NET programming is considered an advantage;
 + Relevant knowledge of machine safety, motion control, drives, and/or robotic control systems is considered an advantage.
What do we offer you?
At , you will work on technically challenging projects where your experience has a direct impact on the quality of our solutions. You will have the opportunity to influence software-related decisions, provide technical coaching to colleagues, and contribute to the further development of our standard platforms, including BRIX.

## Description

Are you an experienced software engineer who enjoys providing technical direction in complex mechatronic machine-building projects? Would you like to work on innovative machines within a multidisciplinary team? Then this senior-level position at could be the perfect opportunity for you!
About
Each of our companies stands out in its own field through unique expertise and capabilities. By leveraging these strengths, we help our customers perform better and achieve more. Driven by a passion for technology, our companies join forces by sharing knowledge and collaborating to create greater societal impact.
Our business unit Industrial Systems (DIS) develops and delivers a wide variety of projects for the market of complex machinery and equipment. Projects range from partial developments and proof-of-concept setups to complete machines and end-to-end system solutions for customers across different industries. Many of our projects are at the intersection of machine control, machine vision, data science, and artificial intelligence.
For our location in Groningen, we are looking for a versatile, enthusiastic, and experienced .
What are you going to do?
As a , you are the technical lead within the software domain. Together with systems engineers, you define the software architecture, component selection, and technical standards for our machine control systems. You translate customer specifications into robust, maintainable, and scalable software solutions.
To achieve this, you make use of BRIX, our standardized machine control platform based on TwinCAT 3 (Structured Text) and Beckhoff hardware. You work within a multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with colleagues from various engineering disciplines. You bring structure to software solutions, safeguard software quality, and provide technical guidance to other Software Engineers when needed. In addition, you are involved in testing, integration, and commissioning of machine control systems.
You act as a coach and sparring partner for both fellow engineers and customers. Drawing on your experience, you help substantiate technical decisions, identify risks at an early stage, and elevate projects to a higher level of quality and performance.