Software Developer - 1 year fix-term

Wabtec; London; On-site; CAD 72,500 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec’s Bach-Simpson monitoring team in North American Transit designs and maintains electronic equipment for trains. As a software team member you will report to the Software Manager and maintain existing and architect new software across embedded Linux and PC software.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or a related field, 5+ years of C experience, embedded systems expertise, and a proactive, English-communicating, detail-oriented mindset willing to adopt AI for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a closely related field
• Minimum 5 years professional experience with the C programming language
• Demonstrable passion for programming (pet projects, contributions to open-source software, etc.)
• Experience with embedded systems and bare metal programming
• Ability to see “the bigger picture”; suggest and implement process improvements
• Willingness to embrace AI for more efficient workflows
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) clearly and accurately in English
• Efficient self-motivator with a proven ability to prioritize multiple streams of work and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Participating in daily stand-up meetings with the team
• Analyzing technical requirements
• Designing software to implement formal requirements
• Implementing software designs
• Debug, root cause, and correct software defects
• Creation and maintenance of formal software design documentation
• Assist other groups with understanding product behavior
• Work with product management to respond to customer comments

Skills

C programming

Embedded systems

English communication

Self-motivation

AI for workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or related field

Job description

Who will you be working with?

Bach-Simpson is the lead Event Recorder OEM in the North American Transit market. It designs, develops, and maintains various electronic equipment for trains. The monitoring team in this division is responsible for the Bach-Simpson monitoring products and projects.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the software team in Bach-Simpson, you will report to the Software Manager. You will be responsible for maintaining existing and architecting and implementing new software solutions across a range of technologies including embedded Linux and PC software.

What do we want to know about you?

The following are the required qualifications for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a closely related field


• Minimum 5 years professional experience with the C programming language


• Demonstrable passion for programming (pet projects, contributions to open-source software, etc.)


• Experience with embedded systems and bare metal programming


• Ability to see “the bigger picture”; suggest and implement process improvements


• Willingness to embrace AI for more efficient workflows


• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) clearly and accurately in English


• Efficient self-motivator with a proven ability to prioritize multiple streams of work and meet deadlines


• Excellent attention to detail

Eligibility Requirements:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada is required


• International travel, including to the United States

What will your typical day look like?

The following are essential responsibilities for this role:

• Participating in daily stand-up meetings with the team


• Analyzing technical requirements


• Designing software to implement formal requirements


• Implementing software designs


• Debug, root cause, and correct software defects


• Creation and maintenance of formal software design documentation


• Assist other groups with understanding product behavior


• Work with product management to respond to customer comments

What about the physical demands of the job?

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $72,500 and $85,000. 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.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

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