Director, Software Engineering

TransCore; Norcross (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TransCore is seeking a Director of Software Engineering for its TransSuite® development team in Norcross, GA. This hybrid position requires 8–10 years of software development experience, domain knowledge in traffic control systems, and at least 3 years in a managerial role. Responsibilities include overseeing software development, adhering to quality schedules, and driving system architecture. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering is required. Join a dynamic team dedicated to high-performance solutions for Intelligent Transportation Systems.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of commercial software development experience.
• 3+ years in a managerial or leadership role supervising software engineering staff.
• Knowledge of traffic signal controllers and standards like NTCIP.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates and schedules to implement system and software requirements.
• Define or update development procedures for high-quality systems.
• Drive the architecture and design of software development activities.

Skills

Commercial software development experience

Traffic control systems domain knowledge

Managerial or leadership experience

Network security knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in software engineering, Computer Science, or Traffic Engineering

Tools

Java

SOAP

XML

JSON

RESTful services

Job description

TransCore (TCI), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a talented and experienced Director, Software Engineering for our TransSuite® development team in Peachtree Corners (Atlanta Metropolitan Area), GA. Join our office at the Technology Park, located near the Curiosity Lab, and work on high‑performance back‑end software for web‑based Intelligent Transportation Systems solutions, including our TransSuite™ suite of traffic management systems.

We work on robust, high‑performance software to keep cities moving and help cities meet their transportation needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Take system and software requirements and develop estimates and schedules to implement the requirements.
• Define or update development procedures to achieve development schedules and systems with high quality.
• Drive the architecture, design, and coordination of software development activities on a centralized traffic signal management system.
• Guide the development staff to meet set deadlines.
• Track and report quality and schedule adherence to upper management.
• Support a strong collaborative, engaged, and energetic culture.

The successful candidate must have 8–10 years of commercial software development experience and domain knowledge in traffic control systems, including knowledge of NTCIP. In addition to the development experience, the candidate must have 3+ years in a managerial or leadership role, supervising software engineering staff.

Work arrangement

This position is hybrid. However, the selected candidate will be expected to align with the team’s in‑office schedule.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Bachelor's or master's degree in software engineering, Computer Science, or Traffic Engineering. An engineering degree in a related field may be considered.
• Knowledge of traffic signal controllers and related standards such as NTCIP.
• Experience developing or leading the development of a traffic signal controller or central traffic signal management system product.
• Knowledge of networking, security, and software engineering best practices.

Desired Skills and Knowledge

• Application development experience with Java is a plus.
• Knowledge in SOAP, XML, JSON, Web Sockets, RESTful services, or similar is a plus.
• Knowledge of native cloud technologies is a plus.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time. Requires frequent use of keyboard and mouse, and must be able to wear a headset for prolonged periods. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.