Architect of the Management System

Alstom; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stability and growth

Flexible working environment

Investment in development

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Alstom in Toronto seeks a seasoned Architect of the Management System to lead subsystem design for SCADA, ATS, and MS. You will collaborate with system, project, and engineering teams, ensuring alignment with project needs and driving integration, verification, and deployment strategies.

The role emphasizes architecture expertise, cybersecurity awareness, and adherence to engineering processes, with long-term growth in a global rail leader.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent
• 10+ years in architecture/software development
• Experience with railway/large control center systems is an asset
• Proficiency in C#, SQL, SQL Server, and debugging

Responsibilities

• Design subsystem solutions aligned with project needs
• Oversee subsystem management throughout project execution
• Coordinate development, integration, and verification & validation
• Define application rules and engineering processes
• Plan subsystem migration and deployment strategies

Skills

C#

SQL

Debugging

Cybersecurity awareness

Agile/SCRUM

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (BA or equivalent)

Tools

GitLab

ClearQuest

RTC

Jira

DOORS

OPC UA/DA

SNMP

XML

HAproxy

MQTT

Web HMI

SQL Server

Job description

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Architect of the Management System

Date: 20 Sept 2026

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Company: 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, more than 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 Architect of the Management System in Toronto we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your systems architecture expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

You’ll play a key role in the development of SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition), ATS (Automated Train Supervision), and Management Systems (MS). Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (system teams, project teams, and engineering teams), ensure the alignment of subsystem solutions with project needs, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of designing subsystem solutions and overseeing subsystem management throughout project execution, but also defining application rules and engineering processes.

We’ll look to you for:

Designing subsystem solutions aligned with project needs

Identifying gaps between project requirements and standard products

Collaborating with system teams on innovative solutions

Overseeing subsystem management throughout project execution

Controlling internal and external interfaces

Coordinating development, integration, and verification & validation

Defining application rules and engineering processes

Planning subsystem migration and deployment strategies

Integrating solution components into a functional system

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 (BA or equivalent)

10+ years of experience in architecture/software development

Experience or understanding of the railway industry, systems engineering, or large control center systems (an asset)

Proficiency in C#, SQL, SQL Server, and debugging

Familiarity with OPC UA/DA, SNMP, XML, HAproxy, MQTT, and web HMI

Experience with configuration management tools (GitLab), tracking tools (ClearQuest, RTC, Jira), and requirement management tools (DOORS)

Solid understanding of cybersecurity and Agile/SCRUM principles

Knowledge of Alstom products (a major asset)

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:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Work with new security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our inclusive and flexible working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Progress towards leadership or technical expert roles
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $100,000 - $140,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

This job posting represents anexisting vacancy.

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.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please email us [e-mail] referring to the job requisition number, job title and location you applied to.