Operations Research Software Developer

Open Systems Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Open Systems Inc. is seeking an Operations Research Software Developer to design, develop, and deploy decision-support systems for railroad transportation planning.

The role combines full-stack development with OR methodologies, data visualization, and enterprise-grade applications using Java and Python. The position expects 1–3 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and railroad domain knowledge.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of full-stack developer experience following software development best practices, including design, testing, deployment, and maintenance of production applications.
• Experience developing and implementing decision‑support systems utilizing operations research methodologies.
• Experience developing enterprise applications using Java-based technologies.
• Experience leveraging AI tools and technologies.
• Experience designing and developing complex, data‑driven user interfaces and visualization solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of railroad operations, transportation planning, and network design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement web‑based transportation planning and decision‑support systems.
• Develop analytical solutions that support network planning, service design, operational performance, and disruption management initiatives.
• Create intuitive user interfaces and data visualization tools that enable effective decision‑making.
• Design and maintain ETL processes and integrated data repositories to support analytical applications.
• Provide production support, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of existing operations research applications.
• Collaborate with business partners, railroad operations teams, and software developers to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Support application testing, deployment, and implementation activities.
• Travel: approximately one week per year.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Data Visualization

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Education

Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Information Systems

Tools

Linux

UNIX

ETL Pipelines

Relational Databases

Job description

Title: Operations Research Software Developer

Location: Atlanta, GA 30308 (Hybrid: 2x/Week)

Type: 6+ Months, Long-term, Renewable.

Description

Client Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced full-stack software developer to design, develop, and deploy advanced decision‑support systems that improve transportation planning, network performance, operational efficiency, and service reliability across the railroad network.

The ideal candidate combines expertise in operations research, transportation analytics, software development, and data visualization. This role requires a collaborative professional who can translate complex business challenges into scalable analytical solutions and work across the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and model development to deployment and production support. Candidates should possess strong technical skills, railroad domain knowledge, and experience delivering enterprise applications using Java and modern web technologies.

Education

Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Information Systems, Other related quantitative disciplines

Experience

• 1–3 years of full-stack developer experience following software development best practices, including design, testing, deployment, and maintenance of production applications.
• Experience developing and implementing decision‑support systems utilizing operations research methodologies.
• Experience developing enterprise applications using Java‑based technologies.
• Experience leveraging AI tools and technologies.
• Experience designing and developing complex, data‑driven user interfaces and visualization solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of railroad operations, transportation planning, and network design principles.

Technical Skills

• Strong software development experience with Java, Python, and related technologies.
• Proficiency with Linux/UNIX operating systems and development environments.
• Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement web‑based transportation planning and decision‑support systems.
• Develop analytical solutions that support network planning, service design, operational performance, and disruption management initiatives.
• Create intuitive user interfaces and data visualization tools that enable effective decision‑making.
• Design and maintain ETL processes and integrated data repositories to support analytical applications.
• Provide production support, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of existing operations research applications.
• Collaborate with business partners, railroad operations teams, and software developers to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Support application testing, deployment, and implementation activities.
• Shift Work: No
• On-Call: Yes
• Travel Required: Approximately one week per year