Req ID: 517843
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Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.
About The Role
Join our dynamic RBC Applicative Software team as Software Technical Lead, where you'll play an essential role in developing the RBC (Radio Block Center)—a safety-critical embedded system that continuously supervises train positions and authorises safe train movements via radio communication.
You will contribute to software components that are pivotal to our success in the railway sector. This role offers a strong mix of technical leadership and coordination within an experienced, collaborative team.
Technical leadership & software delivery
Take part in the development of software specifications and architectures based on needs expressed by rail experts
Develop and maintain software components (detailed design, coding, code reviews and testing)
Perform integration and functional testing of these components in the final products, using physical and digital test platforms
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes, methods, and tools
Stay up to date with technological developments in the field
Coordination & interfaces
Coordinate software development activities within your scope
Contribute to planning, progress tracking, and QCD commitments
Participate in software change management (CCB)
Identify and escalat[e] risks impacting delivery or quality
Quality, safety & continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with railway standards (EN 50716)
Contribute to software plans
Participate in software design reviews and team dynamics
Contribute to standardisation, reuse and continuous improvement initiatives
What We Are Looking For
Education
Master’s degree or engineering degree (BAC +5) in Electronics, Computer Science, Telecom, Automation, Electricity, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a similar technical field is mandatory.
Experience & technical background
> 5 years of experience in real‑time embedded software development
Solid experience in development for complex systems
Proven exposure to railway or other safety‑critical environments
Experience in technical leadership or coordination roles
Fluent in English and French
Nice to have
Knowledge of railway safety standards (EN 50128 / EN 50716)
Experience working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
Behavioral competencies
Structured, organised and reliable
Strong team player with good communication skills
Proactive mindset and sense of ownership
Ability to anticipate issues and manage priorities
Comfortable taking technical decisions and saying “no” when needed
Able to coordinate and drive activities performed by others
Why join us?
Work on real, safety‑critical products with a direct impact on trains in operation
Join a skilled, supportive and experienced team
A role combining technical depth and team leadership
High level of autonomy and trust
International environment with strong engineering culture
Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose? xphnsxz
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.
Job Type: Experienced
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