Senior Software Engineer

Job Description LOCATION: Melbourne/Florida (US-FL), United States | BRAND: KB Signaling | REQUISITION ID: 9695 | JOB GRADE: 16 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site KB Signaling delivers unparalleled end-to-end wayside and onboard conventional signaling Control, Command, and Signaling (CCS) platforms and solutions. A trailblazer, we are driven to provide the best solutions for improved safety, performance, and lower overall operating cost for today’s transit and freight railway systems and operators in North America and beyond. Our team is fueled by innovation and grounded in solid values, like giving back to the communities where we do business and embracing sustainability to help protect our planet. KB Signaling is part of a global, high‑tech company that will challenge you and help you grow. Discover your potential. Purpose of the Job We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Senior Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of software solutions within a Windows environment. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise and experience in software architecture and development, with deep expertise in C, C++, and C#. This role requires hands‑on experience interfacing with SCADA systems, working with Genisys, Modbus, Allen Bradley protocols, and integrating with PLCs in industrial automation settings as well as expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short‑term and some long‑term business goals. Responsibilities Define the software requirements specifications. Define software architecture, design and implement the code. Excellent familiarity and use of configuration management tools to create baselines, merge source file changes and make formal software releases. Build and maintain interfaces between Windows‑based applications and SCADA systems. Develop and maintain communication of SCADA systems and industry standard protocols such as Genisys, Modbus, UDP, TCP/IP, and Serial Communication. Integrate software with PLCs from various vendors (e.g. Allen‑Bradley). Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration. Making main technical choices for software development. Optimize and maintain legacy codebases written in C, C++, and C#/.Net. Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high‑quality deliverables. Document software architecture, design decisions, and integration workflows. Apply Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) principles to contribute to robust software design. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers. Consistent achievement of Software Engineering targets (safety, scope, quality, schedule, budget, and technical performance) across Office application programs, project development, and product sustaining efforts. Adherence to department budget and utilization targets while on‑time project staffing. Adherence to Software Engineering processes, including requirements management, traceability, defect tracking and source code management. Development and continued growth of competencies in C, C++, C#/.Net. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Computer Science, Engineering or related field. 7+ years of experience in software development and architecture in a Windows environment. Proficiency in C, C++, C#/.Net technologies. Strong experience with SCADA systems and industrial automation interfaces. In‑depth knowledge of Modbus (RTU/TCP) communication protocols. Experience integrating with PLCs and industrial control systems. Familiarity with configuration management tools like JIRA/GIT/Clearcase for source control and project tracking. Solid understanding of multithreading, memory management, and performance optimization. Experience with industrial communication standards (e.g., OPC UA/DA). Experience with GE Cimplicity SCADA systems. Preferred Experience with Web Gui/Full‑stack development both front and back‑end development. Experience with real‑time and embedded development, FPGA experience, board bring‑up, peripheral bring‑up and low‑level driver development. Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity best‑practices. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation tasks. Development in a Linux environment is a plus. Solid grasp of software design patterns and object‑oriented principles. Exposure to AI frameworks or machine learning libraries. Demonstrated experience in developing software solutions involving GPS technologies. Experience working with a client server architecture. Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio development environment. Experience with Microsoft SQL server database. Salary & Benefits Salary range for Melbourne, FL : $89,900 to $134,900 per year. The final pay offered will depend on several factors, including type and years of experience, industry knowledge, and education. Employees will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans offering medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees will also have access to a company 401k plan, 120 hours of vacation leave, 40 hours of personal paid absence per year, 12 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and the opportunity to purchase company stock. Compensations include up to 4% of annual salary in annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics. KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employment‑based visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr