Senior Software Engineer

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time hybrid Senior Software Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA, US we're looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your software engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.
You'll play a key role in developing and enhancing our autonomous onboard software to ensure trains operate safely, comfortably, and efficiently while maintaining precise station stops. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (software architects, hardware designers, and agile development teams), contribute to the elaboration of software specifications and architecture, and support integration processes, and much more."

We'll look to you for:

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  Developing software components, including performing detailed design and coding. ,

  
  
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  Contributing to the elaboration of the software specification and architecture in collaboration with the software architect. ,

  
  
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  Managing software work products under configuration management. ,

  
  
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  Supporting software/software integration with other software designers. ,

  
  
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  Supporting hardware/software integration with hardware designers. ,

  
  
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  Applying company processes and standards to software development. ,

  
  
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  Specifying, designing, preparing, and performing tests and verifications of your deliverables. ,

  
  
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  Setting up the software development toolchain. ,

  
  
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  Staying current on technologies and best practices.

  
  

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

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  Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field. ,

  
  
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  Experience or understanding of software development lifecycle processes, including requirements, design, coding, and testing. ,

  
  
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  Proficiency in software implementation using C, C++, or C#. ,

  
  
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  Knowledge of software quality methods, coding standards, and peer review processes. ,

  
  
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  Familiarity with agile software development methods (e.g., Scrum) and modern software development tools. ,

  
  
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  Experience working with embedded systems and multiple operating systems, such as Linux or real-time OS. ,

  
  
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  Knowledge of safety standards, including requirements traceability, configuration management, and verification & validation (V&V). ,

  
  
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  A continuous learning mindset to stay updated on new technologies and best practices.

  
  

Things you'll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

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  Work with cutting-edge technologies to develop and enhance autonomous onboard software for driverless trains, ensuring safety, comfort, and efficiency. ,

  
  
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  Progress towards becoming a leader in developing innovative solutions for the rail transportation industry while honing your technical and interpersonal skills. ,

  
  
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  Contribute to innovative projects,

  
  
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  Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,

  
  
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  Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,

  
  
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  Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

  
  

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is a lever to running a sustainable and successful business. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.Alstom abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities

Alstom provides reasonable accommodations and/or assistance to applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans (including but not limited to other protected veterans and individuals with known physical and mental limitations). If you need a reasonable accommodation/assistance for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please note this in our online application.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing for unauthorized substances. Marijuana and medical marijuana are considered unauthorized substances. Additionally, upon date of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.