Software Engineer, Laneside
Role summary
Kapsch is seeking a Software Engineer, Laneside, to work on multithreaded real-time C++ solutions for toll systems. This role involves L3 DevOps for existing deployments and developing new features across the full SDLC. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in enterprise C++ coding on Linux, Boost, and real-time operating systems, along with scripting language proficiency. Familiarity with multithreaded applications is also required. Highly desired qualifications include strong software architecture skills, understanding of enterprise design principles, and excellent communication. The position offers a hybrid work schedule or remote possibility, competitive compensation, and benefits.
Kapsch is one of Austria's most successful global technology companies. With its comprehensive ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) portfolio, Kapsch is actively addressing the challenges of the present and the future with intelligent mobility solutions in a wide range of application areas. As a family-owned company founded in 1892 and headquartered in Vienna, Kapsch can look back on 130 years of experience with the future.
As part of the lane-side software engineering team, you will work on multithreaded real-time C++ solutions to process transaction framing for toll systems. The systems are hard-real-time, highly available, responsible for millions of micro-transactions per day, and represent the most accurate tolling system in the world. The system is built on top of Linux with the real-time patch, standardized C++ using Boost/STL, and a solid architectural design/approach.
Your responsibilities:
- L3 DevOps for existing deployments of the system, configuration and engineering of new deployments of the system to roadside environments.
- Development of new features for the existing system software. You will be responsible for managing the entire SDLC from requirements interpretation, design, documentation, coding, review, testing, release, and maintenance.
*The position may require some travel.*
Your Profile:
- Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field.
- 4+ years enterprise C++ coding experience with Linux systems.
- 4+ years Boost experience.
- 4+ years of real time operating systems.
- Familiarity with multi-threaded applications.
- 4 years' experience with any scripting language.
Highly desired:
- Ability to manage and aggressively push project deadlines.
- “Big picture” thinking with regard to design and solution architecting.
- Superior English writing and communication skills.
- Desire to learn new skills and improve existing ones.
- Understanding of enterprise software design principles – architecture, design patterns, OOP.
- Develops and defines the software architecture to cover the input requirements.
- Performs gap analyses to support the reusability of software components.
Our offer to you:
- Solving complex problems that improve daily the lives of people around the world.
- Opportunity to work in an international company with cutting edge technologies in a high-growth industry.
- Career growth, stability and casual work environment including a hybrid work schedule if near an office or the possibility of remote work if not located by an office.
- Benefits package including paid time off, 401(k) and a no-cost medical insurance option for employee and low-cost for eligible dependents. Compensation will be competitive and based on your experience, qualifications, abilities and location.
*At this time we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and all applicants must have working rights in the US and pass a background check.*
Kapsch is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.
