Architecte Système (H/F)

At Alstom, we have in-depth knowledge of transport networks and understand what drives people to use them. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams to integrated systems, services, infrastructure, and digital mobility and signaling solutions, we offer our diverse clients the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 employees worldwide are paving the way for greener and smarter mobility solutions to connect cities, reduce the carbon footprint, and replace cars.

Work Environment

You will join the Alstom Digital Foundry in Villeurbanne (France), Alstom’s specialized center for  the development of the digital solutions to be used in Alstom railway applications: Passenger experience, Railway Operations, Asset management.

As a System Application Architect (SAA), you act as the System front office on behalf of the Solution in all phases of Contract Execution and as technical interface between the Solution and the Projects with the aim to provide fluidity in the implementation of the delivered System.

Your Mission

• Identify compliance gaps between customer requirements and reference platform baselines.
• Define efficient technical solutions for each gap (QCD-driven), and drive internal design reviews with métier stakeholders.
• During bids, gather gap quotations and record evidence from all development stakeholders.
• During projects, consolidate gap QCD with the Program/System Engineering Manager and Program Manager; regularly update platform gap costing and support scope-freeze milestones.
• Provide technical support to anticipate deployment issues and keep solutions simple, robust, and aligned with platform deployment standards.
• Monitor alignment of project choices with platform roadmap and delivery plan; keep program leadership informed of decisions impacting baselines.

Your Profile

• Engineering degree or equivalent on-the-job experience (Systems Engineering, Electronics/Electrical, Computer Science, Telecoms, or Industrial Control Systems appreciated).
• ≥5 years on industrial projects with a strong technical background in software-intensive distributed control systems.
• Hands-on experience managing technical interfaces in multi-team contexts.
• Rigor, autonomy, and ability to rapidly grasp complex technical topics.
• System architecture mindset with strong abstraction, technical writing, and modeling skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to animate composite teams across locations; fluent English.
• Proactive drive to push topics across the organization and in front of customers.

Why Join Us?

You will play a pivotal role in shaping a solution that directly contributes to energy efficiency and sustainable mobility. If you enjoy challenges and want to make a tangible impact on the future of rail transport, we would be delighted to talk with you!

Important Note
As an employer present in more than 63 countries, we adhere to the principle of equal employment opportunity and value diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all.