Scada Software Engineer

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About Ariad:

We’re a digital & ICT consultancy and staffing firm that A-brands across Europe rely on to make technology-enabled transformations happen. We partner exclusively with brands such as Samsung, Carrefour, ING, Orange and MediaMarkt.



We bring together Europe’s finest digital and ICT talent and build high-performing teams that design, implement, and optimize customer-centric solutions powered by technology. Ariad consultants specialize in areas including digital marketing, e-commerce, digital communication, data & analytics, marketing automation, digital product design, digital transformation, as well as ICT domains such as software engineering, cloud & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data engineering, ERP, solution architecture, and IT transformation.



Context

Ariad is searching for a Senior SCADA Software Engineer on behalf of one of its clients.

Our client operates real time industrial systems that play a key role in ensuring electrical grid stability across several European countries. As the energy landscape evolves toward more flexible and low carbon assets, their SCADA platform must continuously adapt and remain highly reliable. You will join a team responsible for developing and maintaining this 24/7 mission critical system.

Role

• Develop and maintain the SCADA platform based on MicroSCADA X (SYS600).
• Contribute to both backend (SCIL) and frontend (HTML5, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Apply solid architectural and clean code principles.
• Work closely with analysts and operations teams in an Agile/SAFe environment.
• Join the on call rotation after onboarding to ensure system availability.

Profile

• Master’s degree in IT, electronics, electrical engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong industrial mindset with robust software engineering skills.
• Basic understanding of power generation and grid operations.
• Proactive, structured, reliable, and solutions oriented.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Technical Skills

• Basic programming knowledge (SCIL training provided).
• Frontend development (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Experience with Git/GitHub and CI/CD practices.
• Awareness of ICS/OT cybersecurity requirements, including NIS2.

Practical Information

• Work location: near Brussels, Belgium (min. 3 days on site/week).
• Flexible working hours.
• Occasional visits to operational sites; rare short trips abroad.
• Driver’s license required.

Why become an Ariad Consultant?

•    You’re joining an impressive network of +100 digital and ICT consultants, supported by the Ariad staff, all committed to helping each other succeed and drive innovation through technology.

•    You will never be a number: we carefully match you with projects that align with your skills, expertise, and ambitions whether in digital, ICT, or at the intersection of both.

•    Personalized follow-up & honest feedback guided by our Digital & ICT Talent Managers.

•    Be part of a strong community of digital and technology professionals through quarterly events, meetups, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Join our annual Workcation event in sunny Southern Spain.

•    Continuous opportunities to learn and grow professionally, including personal development, technical upskilling, and career guidance.

•    Access to leading A-brands in Europe such as Samsung, ING Bank, Carrefour, L'Oréal, Decathlon, and many others!



If you are excited about the opportunity to grow your career and make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this amazing job. Don't miss out on the chance to join a top-notch team and be a part of something special. Get started by sending your CV