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, more than 84 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Main responsibilities :

• Contribute to the elaboration of product / system specification & architecture, in collaboration with the Product Designers or System Engineers

Define the software requirements specifications Define the functional requirements, operational requirements, interfaces requirements and the requirements linked to performance, safety, cybersecurity, Reliability Availability and Maintainability (RAM)… constraints

Ensure that all the requirements can be verified (testability, …)

Ensure the traceability of the software requirements through the development cycle

Define the software architecture Elaborate the functional and structural breakdown into software components

Allocate the requirements to the software components

Define the interfaces between the software components

Define the dynamical behavior of the software

Validate the feasibility of the solution : model simulation, mock-up

Take main technical choices for software development Select development tools, methodology (ex : UML, …), programming languages, coding strategy and coding rules…, strictly following internal process / methods & tools recommendations

Contribute to the selection of the execution environment (processor, operating system, middleware, basic software…), together with the product architect, system engineering manager and hardware architect

Contribute to continuous improvement (RoE : Return of Experience, process…)

Requirements :

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.

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