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A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)

Software Analyst (SWAT)

This is a fixed-term contract until December 2026

The Software Analyst (SWAT) is responsible for ensuring the quality of software delivery for large-scale rail signalling projects. The candidate will work with other software developers and systems engineers to create, execute, and evaluate in-house software tests and test plans. As part of the software delivery team, the candidate will gain experience in rail signalling and CBTC, developing a deep understanding of both the signalling systems and rail operation. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and skills in software testing. A proactive mindset and desire to make a difference will be key to the success of the role.

Key Accountabilities:

• Performs analysis of system, subsystem, and software requirements to define validation methods and test cases.
• Develops and maintains test plans, procedures, and test cases. Prepares test reports for pass and fail status of tests and identifies the root cause of failures reported during testing.
• Development of test automation.
• Perform engineering studies of assigned system functions.
• Conduct test case analysis on assigned functions.
• Conduct test execution within the laboratory.
• Consistently recognize anomalous system behaviour and document the behaviour into the problem tracking system.
• Conduct initial review of test results through incorporating analysis of collected data with observed system responses.
• Communicate test observation and results in both oral and written media to other engineering staff, superiors, and customers.
• Conduct operational and stress-test (bust-it) scenarios.
• Acquire product knowledge through active participation in formal and on-the-job training, as well as self-study.
• Adhere to the company’s processes and work instructions.

Non-Technical:

• Work on several projects consecutively and deliver on time and on-budget.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams and build long-term working relationships with others.
• Continuously seek and propose improvements to methods and processes utilized for testing.

Safety:

• Promote a safety culture where product safety is paramount.
• Ensure that safety is built into the test strategy by early identification and resolution of safety-related defects.

Key Requirements:

• B. Sc.in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Relevant software testing or development experience.
• Working knowledge of C, C++, Perl, or Python.
• Strong planning and organization skills.
• Strong technical writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated fluency and understanding/comprehension in oral and written English.
• Experience with modern software development methodologies, processes, and tools (Agile, SCRUM, DevOps).
• Proficiency in Office software tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in regulated industries: rail signalling, aerospace, or medical systems.
• Experience with real-time systems and embedded system testing.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP, and wireless communication.
• Knowledge of rail signalling and CBTC systems.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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