About Us:

US Conec is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of high-density fiber optic connector solutions. With over 30 years of expertise in precision engineering, injection molding, and plastics manufacturing, we continue to drive innovation and redefine the optical interconnect industry. 

US Conec is a stable and growing organization with locations in Hickory, NC and Fort Worth, TX. What sets us apart from other employers? Our core values and company culture. We offer a collaborative team environment, a customer and employee centric work culture, and outstanding benefits that include a minimum of 4 weeks of PTO for all team members. 

About the job:

Summary of Position:

The Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems for manufacturing data management. The role requires expertise in C#, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core, and Blazor technologies to build both web and console applications that streamline manufacturing data capturing and automate tasks. The developer works closely with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet operational needs and adhere to best practices in software development. This position involves end-to-end responsibility for software projects, including system design, database management, API development, and task automation. 

What you will do:

· Full Stack Development: Build and maintain web applications using Blazor (Web Assembly and Server), ASP.NET Core, and Entity Framework Core, creating user-friendly interfaces and robust back-end services.

· Task Automation: Develop C# applications to automate manual processes within the manufacturing environment, improving efficiency and reducing errors.

· Database Design and Management: Design and maintain databases using SQL Server, utilizing Entity Framework Core for data access and manipulation.

· API Development and Integration: Desing, build, and integrate RESTful APIs for efficient communication between systems and real-time data exchange.

· Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with manufacturing teams, engineers, and quality control to gather requirements and deliver software solutions that meet operational needs and regulatory standards. 

· Performance Optimization: Ensure scalability, security, and performance of applications.

· Testing and Quality Assurance: Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure the reliability and stability of software solutions.

What you need to have:

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

· 3–5 years of experience in software development.

· Strong proficiency in C# and ASP.NET Core for building robust, scalable web and console applications.

· Experience in developing modern web applications using Blazor with a deep understanding of Razor Components.

· Expertise in Entity Framework Core for database interaction and solid experience with SQL Server to manage large datasets and complex queries.

· Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful APIs for secure and efficient communication between different systems and services.

What we'd like you to have:

· Familiarity with software used in manufacturing tracking, inspection data management, or quality control systems .

· Strong understanding of architectural principles, including SOLID, Domain-Driven Design (DDD), and microservices architecture to build scalable and maintainable systems.

· Experience with DevOps practices, including setting up CI/CD pipelines and using version control systems like Git or Azure DevOps.