Software Architect at MBTA

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

MBTA Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

  • British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship (Security Clearance: HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks)
  • Strong technical practitioner comfortable with making important architectural and design decisions
  • Knowledge of modern and established software architecture techniques and design patterns
  • Experience of model-based engineering
  • Able to provide technical mentorship, clearly articulate software architecture solutions and collaborate with software developers
  • Able to communicate clearly and accurately at different levels, including influencing collaborators and internal customers
  • Advocate for the benefits of key software engineering practices like continuous integration and good design
  • Able to assess and communicate the trade-offs between various aspects of a Software Architecture with a focus on design rationale
  • Understanding of software abstraction layers and the software stack
  • Experience to define and influence the tools, frameworks and technologies used
  • Strong programming background, preferably with experience in more than one language

Responsibilities

  • Author of the full software architecture, working with software delivery teams to define and monitor the Structural and Temporal Architecture including Internal/External interfaces to meet requirements
  • Identify, document and be responsible for the design drivers for the software solution (e.g., real-time performance, safety, security, user experience, simplicity, reusability, flexibility)
  • Produce derived and emergent requirements capturing the assumptions and rationale
  • Define the architecture to a point where implementation decisions do not affect the integrity of the architecture
  • Collaborate closely with other Architects, Technical Specialists and wider engineering key contacts, supporting wider design activities and reviews
  • Influence the Software Engineering Technology Strategy, Software Product Lines, new technologies, obsolescence, new methods and tools by considering longer-term architectural strategies as part of special interest groups and communities of interest

Skills

Software Architecture
Structural Architecture
Temporal Architecture
Real-time Systems
Safety Critical Systems
Security
Interface Design
Requirements Engineering

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1964Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans

Risks

Accessibility concerns with Green Line 'supercars' may lead to public dissatisfaction.
'MBTA Go' app could face technical issues affecting user satisfaction.
North Station bridge project may encounter construction delays or budget overruns.

Differentiation

MBTA offers a comprehensive range of transit services in Greater Boston.
The agency provides specialized passes for flexible and convenient travel options.
MBTA's CharlieCard system simplifies fare payment for frequent commuters.

Upsides

Federal funding supports infrastructure projects like the North Station bridge replacement.
The 'Tap to Ride' system modernizes and streamlines fare collection processes.
NextGen Bus Navigation Pilot Program aims to improve bus route efficiency.

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