Sr Software Engineer (Pittsburgh, PA, US) presso Alstom

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 onsite Sr. 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 ensuring Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) management on software development activities, contributing to the evolution of our industry-leading solutions. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, hardware design, and software integration), mentor junior software developers, and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

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

• Performing detailed design and coding of software components. ,

• Setting up and managing the software development tool chain. ,

• Specifying, designing, preparing, and performing tests and verifications of a junior software developer’s deliverables. ,

• Placing software work products under configuration management. ,

• Supporting software/software integration alongside other software designers. ,

• Supporting hardware/software integration in collaboration with hardware designers. ,

• Sustaining software by addressing issues and ensuring its long-term viability. ,

• Keeping informed of technological advancements through active techno watch. ,

• Contributing to standardization efforts by using existing solutions or implementing reusable solutions, including COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf).

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:

• Degree in Engineering or Master’s degree in a relevant field. ,

• Experience or understanding of software design, development, and integration. ,

• Knowledge of vital or secure software development (desirable) and railway software development (desirable). ,

• Familiarity with concurrent engineering and working transversally with engineering teams. ,

• Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills. ,

• Team management skills. ,

• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement and apply processes and standards. ,

• Strong adaptability to evolving technologies and a commitment to lifelong learning. ,

• Leadership skills to support junior developers and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. ,

• Resilience and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues. ,

• Work with cutting-edge technologies and innovative software solutions in a dynamic environment. ,

• Progress towards leadership opportunities and technical mastery in software design and development. ,

• Utilise our inclusive and collaborative working environment. ,

• Contribute to innovative projects,

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

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.