Sr Edge Application Developer

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Job Description: As a Principal Technical Expert at Schneider Electric, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing IoT solutions across our global infrastructure, with a primary focus on Edge software. This position requires a blend of strategic architectural design and practical hands-on ability to implement and manage, and optimize edge-based software solutions, ensuring efficient data processing for a large-scale edge gateways and devices (100s of thousands) deployed in the field. Key Responsibilities: • Architect and develop scalable, high-performance Edge computing solutions for IoT applications. • Lead the design and implementation of asynchronous task processing using Python (asyncio, Twistd, Tornado, etc.) for efficient data handling and device communication. • Develop and optimize IoT data pipelines, integrating sensors, edge devices, and cloud-based platforms. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define edge computing strategies, system architectures, and best practices. • Work on device-to-cloud communication using MQTT, WebSockets, or other messaging protocols. • Ensure software is secure, reliable, and optimized for resource-constrained edge environments. • Design and optimize Linux-based networking for edge devices, including network configuration, VPNs, firewalls, and traffic shaping. • Implement and manage Linux process management, including systemd services, resource allocation, and performance tuning for IoT applications. • Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and provide technical leadership in edge software development. • Stay updated with emerging IoT, edge computing, and Linux networking technologies. Requirements: Technical • 7 10 years of overall experience in software engineering with a strong focus on Python development. • Expertise in Python, with experience in asynchronous programming, task processing frameworks, Web frameworks (e.g., asyncio, Twistd, FastAPI, Flask). • Strong knowledge of Linux networking, including TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls (iptables/nftables), VPNs, and network security. • Experience in Linux process management, including systemd, resource limits (cgroups), and performance tuning. • Good Understanding of IoT architectures, protocols (MQTT, HTTP/REST), and edge computing frameworks. • Hands-on experience with Docker. • Proficiency and Experience with Git or any other VCS. • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead complex technical projects. Good to have: • Knowledge of Rust, C++, or Golang for performance-critical edge applications. • Prior experience of working in IoT. • Understanding of BACnet/Modbus protocols. • Familiarity with cloud IoT platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT, Google Cloud IoT) and their integration with edge devices. Soft Skills: • Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills. • Advanced verbal and written communication skills including the ability to explain and present technical concepts to a diverse set of audiences. • Comfortable working directly with both technical and non-technical audiences • Good judgment, time management, and decision-making skills • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate and thrive in a cross-functional environment • A guardian against technical debt, ensuring our legacy remains pristine. • Willingness to work outside documented job description. Has a whatever is needed attitude. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. • Working experience on designing robust, scalable & maintainable asynchronous python applications. • Prior experience in building cloud connected Edge IoT solutions • Prior experience in the energy sector or industrial automation is advantageous.