Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Rail Systems

Wabtec Corporation; Maryland; On-site; USD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec's DOSE team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain embedded software for rail systems. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team to ensure high-quality software that meets system, functional, and cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities include reviews, coding, unit testing, and releasing software per DOSE guidelines. Proficiency in C/C++, Bash/Python, Linux RTOS (QNX, FreeRTOS), and hardware interfaces is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of related experience.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Self-driven, quick learner, team player, and results-oriented.
• Experience with C and C++ software development.
• Experience with Bash, Python, or scripting languages.
• Experience with Linux or Unix-based RTOS (QNX, FreeRTOS).
• Proficient in software, component, and interface design.
• Strong understanding of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, and hardware interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high quality software products that align with system and subsystem requirements.
• Work closely with the broader business unit to ensure application development meets product specification requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop solutions as necessary.
• Develop documentation including software design, requirements, process and architecture documents.
• Actively participate in software architecture, design, and code reviews.
• Execute and enhance the entire software development lifecycle.
• Create and maintain automated unit test cases for new designs.
• Investigate and remediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

Skills

C/C++

Bash/Python

RTOS/Linux

Communication skills

Hardware interfaces

Software design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

QNX

FreeRTOS

Job description

Wabtec's DOSE team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain embedded software for rail systems. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team to ensure high-quality software that meets system, functional, and cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities include reviews, coding, unit testing, and releasing software per DOSE guidelines. Proficiency in C/C++, Bash/Python, Linux RTOS (QNX, FreeRTOS), and hardware interfaces is essential.