ABB Posted August 15, 2026

R&D Software Engineer(HMI)

Shanghai, Shanghai, China FULL_TIME
SCADA / HMI

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About this opportunity

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing.  By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics, working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

R&D Team Lead

Your Role and Responsibilities :

Work model: onsite

Contribute to design and development of application software product. These software are used for controlling, programming, coordinating robots. Write well structured, testable, efficient, and maintainable code

·       Propose efficient and reliable software solution

·       Develop software modules for a modular application software

·       Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability, and scalability of modular software

·       Develop software tests and continuous integration

·       Documentation of software design and products

Qualifications for the Role:

Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Mechanical, Automation and or equivalent or equivalent degree with necessary expertise in the mentioned areas

4 years or above experience in software development with solid theory and technology.

Familiar with programming language C#, .NET, XAML, asynchronous programming and MVVM.

Experience with cross-platform development using C# frameworks (e.g. MAUI, Avalonia UI) is a plus

Experience of Industrial software development is a plus

Ability of problem solving, result orientation, time management and teamwork skills

Positive attitude to work, engagement in the tasks and strong result-orientation

Ability of professional communication in English

What’s in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

More about us:

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world

This role sits within ABB’s Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We’re entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing.  By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics, working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Job details

Seniority
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Role
SCADA / HMI
Industry
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Location
Shanghai, Shanghai, China
Employment type
FULL_TIME
Travel
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How this role compares

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We currently track 74 comparable SCADA / HMI roles across 9 employers.

74Comparable roles tracked
61Currently active
9Companies hiring similar roles
21Countries represented

Salary context

2 of 74 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

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