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Embedded Software Engineer IV

Wabtec, Germantown, MD, United States


Job Description

Who will you be working with?
The Wabtec Digital Onboard Solutions Engineering (DOSE) team develops a wide variety of products for the rail industry such as Electronically Controlled Pneumatics (ECP), Video and Event Recorders, Network Management Devices, Braking Systems, and Train Control Equipment. In this role, the Senior Embedded Software Engineer will work with a cross‑functional Engineering team to design and develop new functionalities, as well as maintaining and expanding on the existing functions of our products.

How will you make a difference?
As a member of the DOSE Software Team, you will work closely with a cross‑functional Engineering team to design and develop high quality Software components that align with system, functional, and cybersecurity requirements. You will report to the Software Manager and the broader business unit to ensure that we are meeting on‑time deliveries and delivering the highest quality Software to our customers. You will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of Embedded Software Applications. You will perform requirement and design reviews, code reviews, and unit testing; and will be responsible for releasing Software, per the DOSE processes and guidelines.

What do we want to know about you?

Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years of related experience

Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to articulate clearly and concisely

Self‑driven, quick learner, good team player, and results‑oriented individual with a clear focus on high quality

Experience with C and C++ software development

Experience with Bash, Python, or other scripting languages used in automating tasks and unit testing

Experience with Linux or Unix‑based real‑time operating systems (QNX, FreeRTOS)

Proficient in software, component, and interface design

A strong understanding of modern OS coding techniques, IP protocols, and hardware interfaces

Legal authorization to work in the United States

Desired experiences include:

Development of Device Drivers and Board Support Packages

Experience in Software Change Management (SCM), the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and Continuous Integration (CI)

Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment

Knowledge of safety critical software, CENELEC standards, and rail industry standards

What will your typical day look like?

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

Benefits and Salary
Salary: $91,100-129,800

Benefits include health, welfare, and retirement plans, and potentially an annual bonus if eligible. More information on offered benefits is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Accommodations
Need accommodation? Just let us know – we’ve got you.

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