Software Development Leader

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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Software Development Manager in Bangalore we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your software development expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

You'll play a pivotal role in driving the successful delivery of software solutions that meet our quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) objectives. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (including Train Control Engineers, Verification & Validation Leaders, and Sub-System Engineers), monitor and manage software development work packages, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of developing HMI software requirements in compliance with Train System Requirements and Architecture Description, as well as preparing Interface Control Descriptions (ICD) between software and equipment, but also provide support during train integration and validation.

We’ll look to you for:

• Monitoring, controlling, and consolidating the software development work package for DDU

• Organizing and leading work package reviews and managing risk assessment and mitigation plans

• Developing HMI software requirements in alignment with system specifications and RAMS constraints

• Interfacing with System Engineers, Control Engineers, RAMS Engineers, and suppliers to finalize requirements

• Designing software architecture and developing reusable software components

• Generating executable code for MPU (Main Process Unit) and DDU (Display Driver Unit)

• Providing support during hardware/software integration and validation processes

• Implementing development practices and maintaining KPIs for project reporting

• Managing workload and mentoring a team of approximately 5 members

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

• Hands-on experience in the complete software development lifecycle (SDLC) across multiple projects

• Experience in Human Machine Interface (HMI) software development, including UI/UX and ergonomics

• Proficiency in IEC 61131-3 standards and tools like 3S Codesys or Qt

• Knowledge of real-time embedded Linux distributions and scripting languages

• Familiarity with network protocols such as Ethernet, CAN, RS232, and AFDX

• Experience with safety-critical or mission-critical software development (e.g., EN50128 standards)

• Strong understanding of Train Control and Monitoring Systems (preferred)

• Leadership and team management experience

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

• Work with new security standards for rail signalling

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

• Contribute to innovative projects

• Utilise our flexible and inclusive 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

• Progress towards leadership roles or specialized technical expertise

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises 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!

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.