R&D Senior Software Engineer

Company Description

You’ll join ANNAX’s international R&D team, part of Wabtec, which designs and delivers integrated passenger information, audio, and security solutions for rail networks worldwide. Our team combines deep expertise in embedded systems, distributed architecture, and real-time audio processing to create next-generation onboard rail platforms. You’ll collaborate daily with engineers across Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and China, working closely with hardware, system, and integration teams to ensure seamless end-to-end solutions.

Job Description

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Embedded Software Engineering group, you will be responsible for designing and developing the distributed systems infrastructure and backend components for our next-generation onboard rail audio platform. You’ll architect and implement real-time audio frameworks, optimize embedded Linux performance, and ensure cybersecurity compliance. Your work will directly impact passenger safety and experience, and you’ll report to the R&D Technical Lead while collaborating with global stakeholders to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions.

What will your typical day look like?

• Design, implement, and document distributed audio system components
• Collaborate with hardware and system engineers to ensure reliability across networked devices
• Support software architecture decisions and conduct code reviews
• Debug and optimize performance across embedded Linux devices
• Apply cybersecurity measures and integrate modern technologies like containerization and edge computing
• Mentor junior engineers and maintain coding standards through automated tools and CI/CD pipelines

Qualifications

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience with modern C++ (C++14⁄17 or newer) and embedded Linux development
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems and IP networking
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash) and Git
• Familiarity with build frameworks (Yocto), CI/CD pipelines, and cybersecurity best practices
• Fluent in English
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe and internationally
• Nice-to-Have: Audio signal processing, containerization (Docker), advanced networking, microcontroller platforms, and interest in edge AI/ML

Additional Information

Legal authorization to work in the European Union is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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