Senior Automation & SCADA Developer

We are looking for an experienced Senior Automation & SCADA Developer. The role is positioned at the intersection of energy production, industrial automation, and software engineering, developing and maintaining solutions that connect production facilities, automation systems, SCADA platforms, and IT services. About the Team: The IT/OT Interfaces Team is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted data flow between production facilities, networks, and control room systems. The team enables real-time operational visibility, automated control, and reliable operation of business-critical production systems. In addition, the team is responsible for the cybersecurity of the automation layer and supports the continuity of critical 24/7 services. Key Responsibilities: Developing energy management and automation solutions, with a focus on SCADA and OT environments Designing and implementing distributed, scalable PLC solutions for energy production environments Delivering automation and SCADA integrations to production facilities Developing and maintaining high-quality software components and critical operational systems Participating in real-world projects within industrial and production environments Ensuring that OT and IT solutions meet operational, quality, and deployment requirements Contributing to software engineering best practices, quality assurance, and development culture Collaborating closely with automation specialists, project managers, production teams, IT experts, and business stakeholders Required Experience: At least 5 years of experience in automation software development or industrial software engineering Strong understanding of automation, SCADA, and OT systems Experience with industrial communication and integration protocols, including: OPC UA, IEC-104, Modbus TCP, ICCP Hands-on PLC programming experience, preferably with Codesys Experience working with SCADA systems and related development activities Understanding of industrial integrations and control room environments Interest in system documentation, maintainability, and lifecycle management Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Fluent English language skills; Finnish language skills are considered an advantage Nice to have: Experience in the energy sector, utilities, or process industries Experience with WinCC OA development and configuration Knowledge of WAGO PLC solutions and WAGO Solution Builder Understanding of networking technologies and OT cybersecurity Experience with automation system configuration and commissioning Familiarity with modern software engineering practices, including Git, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines Answer these questions separately in a few sentences and attach them to your application! (Mandatory!) - Do you have at least 5 years of experience in automation software development or industrial software engineering?* - Do you have hands-on experience working with automation, SCADA, and OT systems? * - Have you worked with industrial communication and integration protocols such as OPC UA, IEC-104, Modbus TCP, or ICCP?* - Do you have hands-on PLC programming experience, preferably using Codesys?* - Have you worked with SCADA development, industrial integrations, or control room environments?* Please apply with your CV in English, clearly showing how you match the requirements and answer to the questions above. The client is continously reviewing candidates and we ask you to submit your application as soon as possible. Start date: 01.09.2026 End date: 31.08.2027 Scope: 100% allocation Location: Office in Helsinki, with occasional visits to production facilities and sites across Finland We offer you: We offer a versatile assignment where every day is different and interesting. We also offer a very competitive salary and good employee benefits. Are you interested in becoming a part of our dynamic team? The position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found, so please be quick and submit your application! Please include your salary expectation in your application. For more information, contact Kimmo Kärsämä, tel. 050 412 7500, kimmo.karsama@lokki.fi <mailto:kimmo.karsama@lokki.fi> Explore Lokki, through our blog and website: https://www.lokki.fi/ <https://www.lokki.fi/> . Lokki Henkilöstöpalvelut Oy (Finnish for Seagull Recruitment Services) has been active in providing recruitment services since 2005 and we belong to The Private Employment Agencies Association HPL. Our vision is to provide the best customer experience with our reliable, humane and effortless service around Finland. Our most important asset is a person who, as we know, thrives in a reliable and supportive atmosphere. At Loki you will be supported by your own human resources consultant throughout your employment relationship. At Lokki, we believe in a partnership achieved as a result of flexible service. Explore us and our vacancies: https://www.lokki.fi/. You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram.