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# Software Architect

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Lafayette, IN, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $124,800 - $176,800
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Databases, Event-Driven Programming, High-Level Architecture, Automation of Marketing, Microsoft SQL Server, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Software Systems, SQL Databases, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Warehouse Management Systems, Mobile Robots, Industrial Software, Web Api, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/in/lafayette/a61ad51b-f228-4f8e-9dce-582919fe1666

## About the Role

* Experience in software/system architecture with a focus on complex, integrated software systems.
 * Proficiency in warehouse control systems, warehouse management systems, and industrial software environments.
 * Expertise in systems integration, including defining interfaces between multiple software and automation platforms.
 * Knowledge of REST/web APIs, real-time or event-driven communication.
 * Experience with MQTT or similar industrial messaging protocols.
 * Proficiency in SQL/SQL Server and understanding of database integration in a controls/software environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Familiarity with intralogistics, material handling, and manufacturing automation.
 * Experience with warehouse automation and WCS/WMS environments.
 * Knowledge of Java and other programming languages relevant to the role., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

Software Architect
Actalent

Lafayette, IN*Remote

Visionary
Automation
Innovation
Warehousing
Coordinating
Communication
Control Systems
Material Handling
Systems Integration
Industrial Software
Systems Architecture
Warehouse Automation
Integration Strategy
Programming Languages
High-Level Architecture
Event-Driven Programming
SQL (Programming Language)
Engineering Design Process
Java (Programming Language)
Warehouse Management Systems
Application Programming Interface (API)
Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT)
$124,800 - $176,800 / yr
Posted yesterday, * Architect the overall software and integration solution for a new warehouse automation/WCS environment.

 * Develop the high-level architecture for communication between the warehouse control system, AMRs, forklifts, operator interfaces, databases, and other facility systems.
 * Define interfaces and communication patterns between WCS/WMS systems and various automation platforms.
 * Design and document APIs, messaging architecture, database interactions, and system interfaces.
 * Establish real-time information flow between warehouse systems and equipment.
 * Support the integration of autonomous mobile robots and automated material movement systems.
 * Collaborate with engineering, controls, IT/software, automation vendors, and facility stakeholders to define requirements and technical interfaces.
 * Evaluate existing systems to determine necessary communications with the new warehouse control architecture.
 * Create architecture diagrams, interface definitions, technical specifications, and implementation plans for development and integration teams.
 * Identify technical risks, dependencies, and integration gaps before implementation.
 * Provide technical direction during implementation and system integration.