Software Architect and Manager

Software Architect

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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

NETWORK & LINKS:

INTERNAL

· Program Manager

· Lead Architect, Lead Design

· Software Architects & Designers

· Quality manager, Safety assurance Manager

 

EXTERNAL

· Project teams

 

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

· The Software Manager is responsible for animating the SCRUM Team, developing the team talents (competency, mobility, recruiting, etc.).

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

· Contribute to the elaboration of Sw specification & architecture, in collaboration with the Sw.architect

· Support development of Sw modules:

o Review the Sw modules detailed design and code

o Set up the Sw development tool chain

o Prepare and perform Sw module tests and verifications of his / her deliverables (“Designer” tests), prior to the ones formally performed by a dedicated V&V team (depending on Safety Integrity Level and associated Product development organization)

o Put the Sw workproduct under configuration management according to product Configuration Management Plan

o Support the Sw / Sw and Hw / Sw integration, together with the Hw designer

· Sustain the Sw.

· Keep informed of the evolution of technologies through techno watch

· Contribute to standardization by reusing existing solutions or by implementing reusable solutions

· Keep a strong link with the Sw architect, Hw designer, RAMS and V&V departments, through the whole Sw design cycle

· Apply processes and standards

· Contribute to continuous improvement (RoE: Return on Experience, process,)

· Functionally manage the Métier resources allocated to the program, provide leadership and ensure that the team fulfil efficiently its duties, including Projects technical support.

· Organize and lead software development activities ensuring QCD commitment, till the end of software development:

o Coordinate software development activities

o Responsible to identify competency gaps for reporting team and plan trainings to bridge the gaps.

o Participate to the product CCB (Change Control Board) for software part (i.e., manage commitment and change to software requirements).

o Alert the reporting structure for any event that could impact software development QCD commitments.

o Shall ensure that there is no degradation in static analysis results, code coverage, number of unit test cases, 100% requirements traceability for all modules in the sub-system.

 

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

 

EDUCATION

· Bachelor/Post Graduate in Engineering – IT, CS, ECE & EEE or Equivalent

 

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

· Demonstrate excellent communication skills and able to guide, influence and convince others in a matrix organization

· Outstanding Technical leader with proven track record in managing multi software programs towards successful delivery.

· Be Innovative and demonstrate to peers and implement in creation of Reference Libraries, reusable codes, and model based developments

· Ability to work with other engineering teams and to work with remote collaborators

· Agile, Inclusive, Responsible

 

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE

Mandatory Skills

· Software Architect/Manager with 15 - 18 Yrs of software design & development experience.

· Experienced in software development in C#, .NetCore, Microservices, Docker, Kubernetees, Design Patterns, Multithreading, XML, UML.

· Experienced in design and deployment methodology (V cycle, SysML, requirement management)

· Knowledge of network and network protocols (OPC, SOAP, 0MQ, …)

· Fluent in English

· Autonomy and proactive attitude are key success factors for this job.

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.

Experience Level

Senior Level