Junior Software Designer

The Software Designer will be in charge of the following responsibilities:

Develop subsystem requirements and designs based on system-level designs and requirements. 

Implement the software design, including unit tests to verify that the software is correct and complete. 

Coordinate peer reviews of the software development artefacts and take part in peer reviews requested by others. 

Work as a team player in a dynamic work environment. 

Learn and apply new tools, techniques, and processes in an environment that focuses on continuous improvement. 

The candidate should be comfortable working in a development environment that is subject to industry-accepted safety and quality standards. 

 

Required Skills:

MSc/BSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other engineering discipline.

Excellent communications skills are required, as the job involves technical discussions and communications with team members of various disciplines across our global workforce. The capacity to thrive in an environment that includes several teams with diverse backgrounds and language skills is necessary. 

 

Preferred Skills:

3-5 years’ experience developing software. Graphics software and rail transportation industry preferred.

Good knowledge in software development principles.

Good knowledge and experience in software implementation - C/C++ (primarily), C#, .NET.

Good understanding of object-oriented design principles.

Experience working with the Windows and Linux operating systems. 

Experience in agile software development.

Safety related software development techniques per CENELEC EN50128, EN50129 or equivalent.

 

Equal opportunity statement:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.  All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.