Embedded Software Engineer IV

Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
  • Proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Bash or Python.
  • Familiarity with Linux or Unix-based real-time operating systems (QNX, FreeRTOS).
  • Strong understanding of software design and interface development.
  • Desired experience with safety-critical software and industry standards.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop high-quality embedded software applications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet product specifications.
  • Perform root cause analysis to solve software issues.
  • Document software designs and architecture comprehensively.
  • Engage in software design and code reviews.
  • Manage the entire software development lifecycle effectively.
  • Create automated unit tests to ensure software reliability.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare plans.
  • Retirement plan options.
  • Annual bonus potential, if eligible.
Full Job Description
Who will you be working with?

The Wabtec Digital Onboard Solutions Engineering (DOSE) team develops a wide variety of products for the rail industry such as Electronically Controlled Pneumatics (ECP), Video and Event Recorders, Network Management Devices, Braking Systems, and Train Control Equipment. In this role, the Senior Embedded Software Engineer will work with a cross-functional Engineering team to design and develop new functionalities, as well as maintaining and expanding on the existing functions of our products.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the DOSE Software Team, you will work closely with a cross-functional Engineering team to design and develop high quality Software components that align with system, functional, and cybersecurity requirements. You will report to the Software Manager and the broader business unit to ensure that we are meeting on-time deliveries and delivering the highest quality Software to our customers. You will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of Embedded Software Applications. You will perform requirement and design reviews, code reviews, and unit testing; and will be responsible for releasing Software, per the DOSE processes and guidelines.

What do we want to know about you?
  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years of related experience
  • Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to articulate clearly and concisely
  • Self-driven, quick learner, good team player, and results-oriented individual with a clear focus on high quality
  • Experience with C and C++ software development
  • Experience with Bash, Python, or other scripting languages used in automating tasks and unit testing
  • Experience with Linux or Unix-based real-time operating systems (QNX, FreeRTOS)
  • Proficient in software, component, and interface design
  • A strong understanding of modern OS coding techniques, IP protocols, and hardware interfaces
  • Desired experiences include:
    • Development of Device Drivers and Board Support Packages
    • Experience in Software Change Management (SCM), the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and Continuous Integration (CI)
    • Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment
    • Knowledge of safety critical software, CENELEC standards, and rail industry standards

What will your typical day look like?
  • Design and develop high quality software products that align with system and subsystem requirements
  • Work closely with the broader business unit to ensure application development meets product specification requirements
  • Perform root cause analysis and develop solutions as necessary
  • Develop documentation including software design, requirements, process and architecture documents
  • Actively participate in software architecture, design, and code reviews
  • Execute and enhance the entire software development lifecycle
  • Create and maintain automated unit test cases for new designs
  • Investigate and remediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Qualifications

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $[redacted]00 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

About Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (Wabtec)

Wabtec Corporation is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Wabtec manufactures products for locomotives, freight cars and passenger transit vehicles, and builds new locomotives up to 6,000 horsepower. The company merged with GE Transportation on February 25, 2019.

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