Lead Full-Stack ERP/MES Developer

Chipmates Technologies is establishing a state-of-the-art Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) facility in Chennai. We are deploying a custom ERP system tailored to high-precision SMT and box-build assembly.

We are looking for a hands-on Lead Full-Stack ERP/MES Developer with direct shop-floor

exposure to electronics manufacturing. In this role, you will initially work closely with our

external software development partner to co-develop, customize, and deploy our ERP

solution, take internal technical ownership, and train factory personnel.

As operations scale, you will lead our digital manufacturing roadmap—building and

heading an in-house software engineering team to design, develop, and integrate our

proprietary Manufacturing Execution System (MES) directly with shop-floor machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-Development & Solution Architecture: Collaborate closely with our external

technology vendor on database architecture, backend logic, APIs, and frontend

interfaces; conduct code and schema reviews to ensure system scalability and longterm

maintainability.

• SMT & Shop-Floor Alignment: Ensure ERP workflows match core EMS

operational realities—including multi-level BOMs, Job Work vs. Turnkey material

segregation, inward inspection (IQC), reel-level barcode/QR traceability, SMT work

orders, machine line scrap, and quality checkpoints (SPI/AOI/testing).

• Future MES Architecture & Team Leadership: Lead the technical strategy for

building our proprietary in-house MES; recruit, mentor, and manage an internal

engineering team to develop direct machine integrations (SMT placement lines,

reflow ovens, AOI/SPI testers) for real-time telemetry, OEE tracking, and closed-loop

process control.

• Hardware & Tool Integration: Implement native hardware integration for 2D

barcode/QR scanners, Zebra thermal label printers, and shop-floor data collection

terminals.

• Internal Training & SOPs: Create practical SOPs and conduct hands-on training for

stores, production lines, quality, and dispatch teams

Data Governance & Compliance: Enforce strict data discipline across departments

to ensure every transaction (material issues, line returns, scrap, dispatch) is captured

accurately in real time.

• In-House Maintenance & Enhancements: Manage system access, build custom

reports/dashboards, resolve technical issues, and lead post-launch feature additions.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• Experience: 5–8 years in full-stack software development, with proven exposure to

manufacturing ERP implementations and architecture.

• Domain Background: Prior experience working in or directly with an SMT /

Electronics Manufacturing (EMS) plant is essential. Understanding reel-level

component handling, PCB assembly stages, and Job Work inventory flow is

mandatory.

• Leadership & Vision: Demonstrated ability or clear readiness to lead an engineering

team, define an MES development roadmap, and bridge the gap between IT and

industrial automation.

• Technical Stack:

o Backend: Strong expertise in server-side development (Node.js, Python, Java,

or PHP/Deluge frameworks) and REST/WebSocket API design.

o Frontend: Solid skills in modern JavaScript (React, Vue, or Angular),

HTML5/CSS3, and responsive UI design.

o Database: Advanced SQL skills (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MS SQL) with

expertise in schema design, queries, and optimization; familiarity with timeseries

databases for machine telemetry is a plus.

• Hardware & IoT Integration: Practical experience interfacing web applications

with handheld barcode scanners, industrial label printers, and shop-floor

hardware/PLC/machine protocols.

• Communication & Training: Strong interpersonal skills to manage vendor

discussions, lead developers, and train factory floor operators.

What We Offer

• Leadership role owning the complete digital operational engine of a high-growth

EMS facility.

• Clear career path from initial ERP rollout to building and heading the internal

software/MES engineering division.

• Highly competitive compensation based on experience and technical pedigree.

Pay: ₹1,000,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person