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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $170,560.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Software Applications, Systems Engineering, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Subversion, System Testing, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, Scripting, Real Time Systems, Software Verification, Git, Integration Tests, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gl1zwp ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. + 10-15+ years of professional software development experience. + Expert-level proficiency in C programming. + Strong experience developing software for embedded systems and/or real-time applications. + Experience working within the full software development lifecycle (requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance). + Strong understanding of software architecture and design principles. + Experience debugging complex software and system-level issues. + Familiarity with version control and configuration management tools (Git, SVN, or similar). + Experience with software testing methodologies, including unit and integration testing. + Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. + Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience developing safety-critical or high-reliability systems. + Experience in rail signaling, transportation, aerospace, defense, industrial automation, or similar regulated industries. + Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS). + Experience with Linux-based embedded systems. + Familiarity with C++, Python, or scripting languages. + Understanding of networking and communication protocols. + Experience with model-based development or systems engineering methodologies. + Familiarity with industry standards related to safety-critical software development. + Experience supporting SIL-based or highly regulated product environments. ## Description We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in C programming to support the development of next-generation Onboard and Wayside rail signaling products. This individual will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining embedded and real-time software solutions used in safety-critical transportation applications. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in software development for embedded systems, real-time operating environments, and mission-critical products. This role requires close collaboration with systems, hardware, verification, and product engineering teams throughout the full software development lifecycle., + Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications primarily using C in embedded and real-time environments. + Contribute to the architecture, design, implementation, and verification of onboard and wayside rail signaling products. + Develop software that meets safety, reliability, maintainability, and performance requirements. + Analyze system requirements and translate them into software design specifications. + Perform software integration, debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis. + Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices. + Collaborate with systems, hardware, verification, and test engineering teams to ensure successful product delivery. + Support software verification activities, including unit testing, integration testing, and system validation. + Contribute to technical risk assessments and resolution of complex engineering issues. + Assist in product enhancements, feature development, and lifecycle sustainment activities. + Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and release documentation. + Support continuous improvement initiatives related to development processes, quality, and automation. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [JavaScript? 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