Lead Software Engineer - Railroad

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Location

This role is remote or onsite in Atlanta, GA

Role summary

We are looking for Lead Software Engineer with prior rail industry exposure is advantageous but secondary to strong capabilities in platform engineering, dispatch automation, and distributed software systems development.This role requires a strong cloud-native software engineer with deep expertise in Java and Spring Boot for building scalable, resilient applications. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing distributed systems, microservices, and event-driven architectures, with Kafka playing a key role in system integration and messaging. Experience deploying and managing applications in Kubernetes-based and cloud-native environments is essential, while Angular or full-stack development skills are a plus. Familiarity with test automation practices is beneficial, though experience with a specific framework is not required. Prior rail industry exposure is advantageous but secondary to strong capabilities in platform engineering, dispatch automation, and distributed software systems development.

Your role

• As a software engineer, you design and develop cloud-native, distributed applications using Java and Spring Boot, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high performance. Prior rail industry exposure is advantageous but secondary to strong capabilities in platform engineering, dispatch automation, and distributed software systems development.
• You build and maintain microservices and event-driven architectures, leveraging Kafka for seamless communication and data processing across services.
• You deploy and manage applications in Kubernetes environments, following modern DevOps and containerization practices.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams enables the delivery of automation and dispatch-focused platform capabilities while maintaining high engineering standards.
• You contribute to full-stack development initiatives when needed, utilizing technologies such as Angular to enhance user experiences.
• Additionally, you support quality engineering efforts through test automation, code reviews, and continuous integration practices.
• Your focus is on creating resilient, efficient software solutions that drive operational excellence and business value.

Your skills and experience

• Prior rail industry exposure is advantageous but secondary to strong capabilities in platform engineering, dispatch automation, and distributed software systems development.
• Extensive experience in Java and Spring Boot development, building scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications.
• Strong expertise in designing and implementing distributed systems, microservices, and event-driven architectures for complex business platforms.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for real-time messaging, asynchronous processing, and system integration.
• Proficient in developing and deploying cloud-native applications using Kubernetes, containerization, and modern DevOps practices.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, system integration patterns, and performance optimization across large-scale environments.
• Experience with full-stack development, including exposure to Angular for developing responsive and user-friendly web applications.
• Familiar with test automation, CI/CD pipelines, code quality standards, and agile software development methodologies.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver automation, operational efficiency, and mission-critical software solutions.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $109,180 - $197,175

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In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

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