System Architect

We are looking for a System Architect - Automation Train Protection Systems

Youll make a difference by:

• We are seeking an experienced System Architect to lead the design and specification of Automatic Train Protection (ATP) systems in the railway domain. This role focuses on embedded safety-critical systems and requires deep expertise in SIL4-compliant architectures, systems thinking, and stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with train protection technologies such as Kavach (TCAS), PTC, ETCS, and TCAS.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Architecture & Design
• Define and maintain System Requirements Specifications (SRS) and System Architecture Specifications (SAS).
• Develop and manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and ensure seamless integration across subsystems.
• Ensure system design complies with SIL4 safety standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN
• Apply systems thinking to analyze, design, and optimize complex embedded systems.
• Quickly understand base solutions and adapt them to meet evolving customer and regulatory requirements.
• Utilize UML modeling for system design and documentation.
• Apply simulation tools to validate system behavior and performance under various operational scenarios.
• Quickly Understanding base solutions and defining reuse approach.
• Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, safety, and validation.
• Engage with customers, certification bodies, and railway operators to align system design with expectations.
• Lead technical discussions and ensure traceability of requirements through the development lifecycle.

Domain Expertise

• Apply knowledge of Train Protection Systems such as:
• Kavach (TCAS) Indian Train Collision Avoidance System.
• PTC Positive Train Control (USA).
• ETCS European Train Control System.
• Understand operational scenarios, fail-safe mechanisms, and interoperability requirements.
• Technical Leadership
• Guide engineering teams in implementing system-level designs and safety architectures.
• Support safety case development, validation, and certification processes.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, platforms, and technologies for system development.
• Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Bachelors or masters degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in embedded systems architecture, preferably in railway or other safety-critical domains.
• Proven experience with SIL4-compliant system design and safety lifecycle processes.
• Strong understanding of real-time systems, microcontrollers, and communication protocols.
• Familiarity with tools like DOORS, Enterprise Architect, and model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
• Proficiency in UML design and system modeling.
• Experience with simulation environments for embedded systems validation.
• Generic Skills & Experience:
• Strong foundation in systems thinking and architectural abstraction.
• Strong experience in handing of Nonfunctional requirements at architectural level
• Experience with requirement engineering, traceability, and change management.
• Familiarity with Agile, V-Model, or hybrid development lifecycles.
• Exposure to configuration management and version control tools (e.g., Git, SVN).
• Understanding of formal verification, validation, and safety case development.
• Background in programming languages such as C/C++, Python.
• Experience in system integration and managing cross-domain dependencies.
• Preferred Experience:
• Hands-on experience with Kavach (TCAS), PTC, ETCS, or similar ATP systems.
• Exposure to railway signaling, onboard control systems, and interoperability frameworks.
• Experience with formal methods, hazard analysis, and safety documentation.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and systems thinking.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills and stack holder management experience
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical programs.

Desired Skills:

• 15+ years of experience is required.
• Great Communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Join us and be yourself

This role is based in Pune and is an Individual contributor role. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come.