TCMS Software Tester

ALSTOM Gruppe; Saint-Bruno; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Training opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Alstom in Saint-Bruno, near Montreal, is seeking a TCMS Software Tester to contribute to validation of Train Control & Monitoring System across onboard and ground applications. Reporting to the Test Manager, you will develop test scripts, manage traceability and help improve reliability and safety of TCMS.

The role requires a bachelor's in software engineering or CS, 2+ years of testing in multi-system environments, and proficiency in French and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 2+ years of software or system testing in complex multi-system environments.
• Knowledge of databases (e.g. SQL).

Responsibilities

• Develop scripts and tools to integrate testing activities.
• Manage requirements traceability, diagnose complex issues and optimize test coverage.

Skills

Software testing

System testing

Multi-system environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent

Tools

Databases

SQL

Job description

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TCMS Software Tester

Date: 30 Sept 2026

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.

Are you passionate about the railway industry and complex systems? The teamTrain Control & MonitoringSystems(TCMS) opens its doors to you.

The Train Control and Monitoring System (TCMS) team contributes to the improvement and troubleshooting of our customers' trains in service. Typical projects range from troubleshooting and problem correction to obsolescence management, including functional enhancements.

The TCMS includes an onboard application and a ground application:

The onboard part acquires train data, applies control rules and activates the outputs required for train operation. It also collects numerous train status indicators that are transmitted to the ground software via wireless links.

The ground application receives, processes, archives and makes this data available for consultation. This data is used for efficient train operations, as well as for preventive and corrective maintenance.

Your future role

Reporting to the Test Manager, as a TCMS Software Tester, you play a key role in the reliability, safety and performance of TCMS systems. You are involved throughout the entire validation lifecycle.

You have developed strong knowledge and skills in software or system testing within complex and multi-system environments, you are our ideal candidate.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop scripts andtoolsto integrate testing activities
• Manage requirements traceability, diagnose complex issues and optimize test coverage

About you

Beyond your technical expertise, we are looking for a passionate and committed individual. However, to fully succeed in this role and meet our technological challenges, you ideally possess the following key skills and qualities:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• Experience: 2 years or more in software or system testing in complex multi-system environments.
• Tools: Knowledge of databases (e.g.: SQL...).
• Soft skills: Strong analytical mindset and ability to work in an international, multi-site and matrix organization (French/English bilingualism required)

What you will appreciate in this role and working at ALSTOM

• Working daily in an innovative project environment
• Benefiting from competitive compensation including comprehensive benefits coverage (life, medical, retirement) from day one
• Developing new skills and your full potential through the continuous training opportunities offered
• Opportunities matching your ambitions within the organization

Location: Saint-Bruno (South Shore of Montreal).

Status: Permanent, full-time (40h)

Model: Hybrid (3 days on site / 2 days remote).

Proficiency in both French and English is required.

In Quebec, French remains the main working language of our company.

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.