Tech Lead - Software Engineering

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Contagem, Minas Gerais, BRA
In-Office
Senior level
Transportation
The Role
Lead the technical direction and architecture for on-site railway software systems using VB.NET and SQL Server. Define solutions, run design and code reviews, manage CI/CD in Azure DevOps, mentor developers, ensure delivery, reduce technical debt, and support mission-critical system requirements with domestic and international travel as needed.
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Job Description

Essa posição é para atuar em regime presencial, em Contagem, MG.

Who will you be working with? 

You will collaborate with Senior Developers, Mid-Level Developers, Junior Developers, QA Analysts, Product Owner, Project Management, and railway domain experts. You will act as the technical reference for the team, working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment focused on delivering scalable, robust, and maintainable software solutions based primarily on VB.NET and SQL Server.

How will you make a difference?  

You will lead the technical direction of the team, defining architecture and guiding the development of high-quality mission-critical solutions for railway systems. Those systems require safety concerns you will not find in regular scenarios. You will actively participate in design reviews, code reviews, and pull request approvals, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.

You will influence both technical decisions and delivery execution, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.

Your role will be critical in mentoring the team, reducing technical debt, and ensuring systems are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with business goals.

What do we want to know about you?

Required

  • Strong experience with VB.NET development.
  • Solid experience with SQL Server, including queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
  • Proven experience in technical leadership or senior role.
  • Strong knowledge of software architecture and design patterns.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Azure DevOps (Repos, Boards, Pipelines)
    • CI/CD implementation and management
  • Strong experience conducting:
    • Code reviews
    • Design reviews
    • Technical analysis and pull request approvals
  • Ability to define and evaluate technical solutions and trade-offs.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage priorities and ensure delivery within deadlines.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Fast learning skills to understand domain knowledge related to railway systems.
  • Advanced English (mandatory).
  • Availability to travel domestically and internationally, according to project and customer needs.

Desirable

  • Experience with railway systems or train dispatching systems.
  • Knowledge of mission-critical or real-time systems.
  • Experience with legacy systems modernization.
  • Familiarity with DevOps culture and automation strategies beyond CI/CD.
  • Full-stack knowledge is a plus.

will your typical day look like?

  • Define and review software architecture and technical solutions.
  • Lead and participate in design reviews and technical discussions.
  • Perform code reviews and approve pull requests, ensuring high-quality standards.
  • Guide the team in implementing solutions using VB.NET and SQL Server.
  • Collaborate with Product Owner and stakeholders to refine requirements.
  • Design, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps.
  • Monitor development progress and ensure on-time delivery of features and fixes.
  • Mentor developers and provide technical guidance.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks and bottlenecks.
  • Consolidate key stakeholders’ knowledge on railway systems.

Benefícios:

Na Wabtec, pessoas estão em primeiro lugar. Por isso, cuidamos para que nossos funcionários se sintam valorizados e tenham as ferramentas necessárias para prosperar. Ao se juntar a nós, você terá acesso a uma série de benefícios pensados para promover seu bem-estar e desenvolvimento. Confira o que oferecemos para que você se sinta parte de uma empresa que apoia sua jornada profissional e pessoal:

  • Assistência Médica extensível a dependentes (cônjuge e filhos) 
  • Assistência Odontológica extensível a dependentes (cônjuge e filhos) 
  • Participação nos lucros e resultados
  • Previdência Privada
  • Política de Alimentação de acordo com localidade
  • Seguro de vida
  • Programa de Assistência ao Empregado: orientação psicológica, jurídica, financeira e assistência social
  • Headspace – aplicativo focado em saúde mental
  • Cartão ou Cesta de Natal aos funcionários de acordo com localidade
  • Presente de Natal para filhos de até 11 anos de idade
  • Licença maternidade estendida
  • Programa para Gestantes e Bebês
  • Política de incentivo a idiomas
  • Programas de Mentoria e acesso a plataforma de treinamento
  • Wellhub
  • Auxílio farmácia

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Additional Information

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 www.WabtecCorp.com.

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.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.

Skills Required

  • Strong experience with VB.NET development
  • Solid experience with SQL Server, including queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning
  • Proven experience in technical leadership or senior role
  • Strong knowledge of software architecture and design patterns
  • Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (Repos, Boards, Pipelines)
  • CI/CD implementation and management
  • Experience conducting code reviews, design reviews, technical analysis, and pull request approvals
  • Ability to define and evaluate technical solutions and trade-offs
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage priorities and ensure delivery within deadlines
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Fast learning skills to understand domain knowledge related to railway systems
  • Advanced English
  • Availability to travel domestically and internationally
  • Experience with railway systems or train dispatching systems
  • Knowledge of mission-critical or real-time systems
  • Experience with legacy systems modernization
  • Familiarity with DevOps culture and automation strategies beyond CI/CD
  • Full-stack knowledge

Wabtec Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Wabtec Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Wabtec Corporation.

  • Retirement Support Employer 401(k) funding can reach an effective 6% of pay through a match plus an additional company contribution, with company funds vesting after three years. This consistent retirement formula adds meaningful long-term value.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes multiple medical plan options with dental and vision, telemedicine, and robust mental health resources such as Spring Health and Headspace. HSA/HRA support and recognized national carriers further bolster the offering.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental/adoption leave is part of the core package, alongside family-building benefits via Progyny and adoption assistance. Additional supports like doula reimbursement expand coverage for growing families.

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The Company
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA
10,001 Employees
Year Founded: 1872

What We Do

Transportation solutions that move and improve the world At Wabtec, we help our customers overcome their toughest challenges by delivering rail and industrial solutions that improve safety, efficiency and productivity. Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation.

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