Software Architect

Alstom
Pittsburgh, United States of America
27 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Pittsburgh, United States of America

Tech stack

Systems Engineering
Business Software
Programming Tools
Middleware
Software Architecture
Software Engineering
Software Requirements Analysis
Systems Integration
UML
Information Technology
Programming Languages

Job description

Duties: Contribute to the elaboration of product/system specifications and architecture, in collaboration with Product Designers or System Engineers. Define the software requirements specifications: Define the functional, operational, interface, and performance requirements, as well as those related to safety, cybersecurity, RAM, and other constraints. Ensure all requirements are verifiable (testability, etc.). Ensure traceability of software requirements throughout the development cycle. Define the software architecture: Develop the functional and structural breakdown into software components. Allocate requirements to the software components. Define interfaces between software components. Define the dynamic behavior of the software. Validate the feasibility of the solution through model simulation or mock-ups. Make key technical decisions for software development: Select development tools, methodologies (e.g., UML), programming languages, coding strategies, and coding rules, strictly following internal processes, methods, and tool recommendations. Contribute to the selection of the execution environment (processor, operating system, middleware, basic software), in collaboration with the Product Architect, System Engineering Manager, and Hardware Architect. Arbitrate and validate major software design choices. Perform software/software integration in collaboration with Software Designers. Perform hardware/software integration in collaboration with the Hardware Architect. Specify, design, prepare, and perform tests and verifications of deliverables. Maintain and support the software. Stay informed about technological advancements through technology watch. Contribute to standardization by reusing existing solutions or defining reusable ones, including COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf). Apply and ensure adherence to processes and standards. Contribute to continuous improvement (e.g., Return of Experience, process enhancements).

Requirements

Requirements: Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field and 4 years of experience in the job offered or in a Software Architect-related occupation.

Requirements: Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field and 4 years of experience in the job offered or in a Software Architect-related occupation.

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