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Wabtec Corporation • Germantown, Maryland, United States
Salary: $62,100 - $85,300 / year
Role & seniority: Software Test Engineer (mid-level), 2+ years of related experience; works within embedded rail ECUs and software test lifecycle.
Stack/tools: Python (highly desired), C/C++, Unix Shell; MS Visual Studio; Windows and Linux; test automation tools; test plans, test procedures; application lifecycle management tools (e.g., IBM ELM).
Design, develop, and maintain software test plans, procedures, and automated tests for validation of embedded rail software.
Review requirements, specs, and designs for testability; develop requirements for test automation software; deliver comprehensive test reports.
Collaborate within project teams and support the entire software development life cycle in a fast-paced environment.
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
2+ years in software test engineering; hands-on testing/debugging of software, firmware, and ECUs; experience creating programmatic test solutions (scripts/apps).
Fluency in one or more programming/scripting languages (Python, C, C++, Unix Shell); experience with ALM tools for change/requirements/traceability and test case management.
Rail industry experience; familiarity with Agile/Scrum in embedded contexts.
Experience with distributed teams, Windows/Linux environments, MS Visual Studio; automated build environments.
Location & work type: Location not specified;
How will you make a difference? The Software Test Engineer (STE) will play a key role in the design, development and maintenance of software test plans, test procedures, and test automation tools used in the validation of the software in our electronic control systems deployed in the rail industry. The STE will be required to contribute to designing and developing high quality software test processes for a fast-paced environment, as well as support and enhance the entire software development life cycle. The position requires a highly motivated engineer with the ability to participate collaboratively within a project team as well as develop technical solutions independently, execute test procedures and deliver comprehensive reports.
What will your typical day look like? The ability to communicate clearly and concisely in all aspects of the position, both orally and in written form is necessary. The Software Test Engineer will be required to review and analyze software requirements specifications, functional specifications, and software design documents for testability as well as to develop and document requirements for test automation software. A solid understanding of the creation, design and implementation of modular software components using high level programming languages and/or test automation tools is required. Knowledge of Python is highly desired.
What do we want to know about you? College Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent 2+ years of related software test engineering experience with hands on experience testing/debugging software, firmware and electronic control systems including experience in developing programmatic solutions (script and/ or applications) for test automation and/ or automated build environments Fluent knowledge of one or more programming and scripting languages (i.e. Python, C, C++, Unix Shell) Experience with application lifecycle management tools for software change management, requirements management and traceability, test case development and work flow management (i.e. IBM ELM) Ability to work in a very fast pace dynamic environment with daily adjustments to priorities and time to meet the needs of the organization Effective communication skills, ability to articulate clearly and concise
Experience with the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows and Linux Experience in developing computer programs with Python, C, C++ Familiarity with the development environments like MS VisualStudio Experience working with geographically distributed teams Experience in the rail industry Understanding of Agile development methodologies, such as Scrum, in an embedded environment
Additional information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $62100-85300 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.