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Software Development Engineer - Morrisville, NC

Xylem, Morrisville, NC, United States


Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Role

Sensus, a Xylem brand, is looking for a talented

Software Development Engineer

to join our FieldLogic team - where cutting-edge technology meets meaningful impact. In this role, you'll harness the power of

modern AI tools

(including Claude Code) alongside a strong foundation in software engineering principles to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power Xylem's FlexNet Smart Metering platform. Your work will directly help utilities and communities around the world manage water, gas, and electric resources more intelligently and sustainably. From Cloud to Mobile, you'll build applications that interface with Sensus Smart Meters - driving real innovation at the intersection of smart infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and the future of connected communities.

Core Responsibilities

· Collaborate in the design, development, and maintenance of Cloud and Mobile application features, leveraging modern AI-assisted development tools (like Claude Code) to accelerate delivery and drive innovation.

· Partner with cross-functional engineering teams - spanning firmware, software, and hardware - to deliver seamlessly integrated solutions.

· Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues, providing efficient and creative solutions.

· Develop applications using C#/.NET and modern web frameworks to deliver intuitive user experiences.

· Apply design patterns and unit testing to ensure robust, scalable software solutions.

· Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, participating in Agile development processes.

· Support Xylem Watermark volunteer initiatives to create sustainable community impact.

NOTE: Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

· 1-3 years of experience developing software applications in a collaborative team environment.

· Proficiency in C#/.NET (WPF/UWP) and/or front-end technologies such as Blazor, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

· Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and unit testing principles.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly across technical and non-technical audiences.

· Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with Entity Framework and SQL Server or similar relational databases.

· Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as Jira.

· Experience working in remote or globally distributed team environments.

· Exposure to large-scale, high-performance system architectures.

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an

employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Travel Requirements: Minimal travel may be required ( #LI-ED

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation