Software Development Engineer - 444553

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 74,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.


Could you be our new Software Development Engineer in Västerås we’re looking for?

Your future job

Get on-board and apply your engineering expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll report to Inger Bolin (Control Domain Leader) and work alongside passionate, motivated and dedicated teammates.

As a Software Development Engineer you will work with TCMS (Train Control and Monitor System) in :
legacy projects like Regina, OTU and C20.
ongoing midlife projects and upcoming ones as well


We’ll look to you for:

Software implementation – to transform specified designs into a well working physical realization.
Software design – to analyze and transform specified requirements into detailed design solutions into solutions that have the required safety level integrity level.
Software integration – Assemble software and/or hardware items through all levels up to form a complete subsystem (e.g. TCMS Platform Architecture or TCMS user application software), according to the architectural and design specifications. The Software Integrator delivers the final generic software system to ensure the finalization of the Project in time.
Software test - Carry out testing to ascertain its behavior and performance compared to the corresponding requirements specification. The tester ensures that the behavior and performance of the software corresponds with requirements of the design project.
Software infrastructure - Maintain the supporting software development environment (both hardware and software) and the Test Infrastructure Engineer maintains the supporting software development environment (both hardware and software).
Software verification - Examine and judge whether the output of a specific development phase fulfils respective requirements, mostly document reviews. The verifier ensures proper documentation during all project phases.


All about you
We value passion and attitude along with experience. Here we’ve listed some aspects that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
Bachelor and/or master’s degree preferable in computer science or corresponding technical experience
On the job experience in software development is required, ideally in IEC 61131. Experience working with MITRAC Tools is preferred.
Strong communication, initiative, and decision-making skills
Flexibility (since the position requires some domestic and international travels for train testing)
Fluency in English and Swedish


Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:
Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
Contribute to innovative projects
Utilise our activity-based working environment
Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).


You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!


Important to note
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
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