Lead Software Engineer

Hello Visionary!

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our vibrant international team.

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer

You’ll make a difference by:

• Mandatory Skills:
• Railway Domain Expertise:
• Strong experience in design & development for signaling or train control/protection systems such as ETCS, CBTC, PTC, or Kavach ( or equivalent safety critical domain )
• C++ Software Development
• Proven hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex software systems using C++, including system applications, middleware, and communication protocol stacks.
• Software Design & Architecture:
• Proven experience in software design, including:
• Modular and scalable architecture development
• Interface design and integration
• Object-Oriented Design Principles
• Design Patterns
• Understanding of system-level interactions in distributed systems
• Safety-Critical Standards (CENELEC):
• Working knowledge of EN50128 / CENELEC standards, including development lifecycle, documentation discipline, and safety integrity concepts applicable to railway systems.
• Strong understanding of Core Computer Science Fundamentals:
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Operating Systems & RTOS:
• Strong understanding of Operating System concepts, with exposure to RTOS-based systems (task scheduling, synchronization, memory management, inter-process communication).
• Learning Agility & Analytical Capability:
• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new domains and technologies, with a structured and self-driven learning approach in complex systems.
• Requirements
• 9+ years of experience is required.
• Should be well-versed with Waterfall and Agile methodologies
• Understanding of the code versioning systems such as ClearCase and Git and static code analysis tools
• Should have knowledge/experience of conducting Code reviews, and coverage, style guides, coding rules, etc.
• Excellent communication skills to work in a collaborative manner with colleagues from different nationalities
• Can-do attitude, continuous improvement mindset, and initiative taking abilities to build high quality product and improve knowledge within the team
• Analytical skills
• Thorough knowledge of the standard library, STL containers, algorithms, and data structures, and unit test framework with hands-on development experience
• Good understanding of memory management in non-garbage collected environments
• Knowledge of network programing and socket programing
• Duties and Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain product functionalities
• Prepare documentation as per required standards
• Lead a small team of developers technically and take responsibility of overall design and delivery from this team meeting quality standards
• Work closely with team members across Geographies to deliver the assigned work. Provide technical help / direction to the Team as needed.
• Suggest improvements to processes, approaches, and product
• Take ownership of sub-areas within the team and drive continuous improvement in those along with improving team’s knowledge

Your success is grounded in:

• 9+ years of experience is required.
• Great Communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Join us and be yourself! 

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. 

This role is based in Pune , where you’ll get the chance to work with teams, impacting entire cities, countries - and the shape of things to come.

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