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ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada. At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense, Automotive, Rail and Transportation, to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence is shaping the future of technology and industry.
Job Requirements Location: Scarborough, ON
Project Context The Software Analyst will support the development of the next generation of Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems within a leading rail transportation organization. This role involves contributing to railway signalling, train localization, train control, and communication functions used in urban rail transit systems. The position focuses on the new CBTC framework, which will support future rail transportation platforms.
Key Responsibilities Retrieve assigned tasks from Jira, review requirements, acceptance criteria, and dependencies.
Update and maintain Gherkin test scenarios for automated testing.
Execute functional, regression, and edge-case testing of software features.
Ensure adequate test coverage and validate software behavior before release.
Review system requirements in IBM DOORS and assess impacts on the application.
Analyze CBTC control logic involving components such as Vital Communication Controller (VCC) and Platform Screen Controller Unit (PSCU).
Develop, integrate, and validate new software features.
Track progress, defects,



and testing activities in Jira and ClearQuest.
Participate in sprint reviews, stand-ups, and cross-functional discussions with developers, testers, and project managers.
Candidate Requirements Qualifications Software testing and validation experience.
Experience with requirements management and traceability.
Experience working in Agile/Sprint environments.
Experience with transportation, signalling, or other safety-critical systems.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications CBTC experience.
Railway industry experience.
Experience with Gherkin/Cucumber automated testing.
Knowledge of train control and signalling systems.
Tools/Software/Methodologies Jira
IBM DOORS
IBM ClearQuest
Cucumber
Agile/Scrum
Soft Skills Strong communication.
Team collaboration.
Analytical mindset.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Seniority Level: Intermediate
Why Join Us? ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development.
At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work workplace where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offering accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.
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📌 Software Analyst (Ontario)
🏢 Alten Canada
📍 Ontario