Software Engineer – Full Stack

Job description

This is an on-site position based in Contagem, Minas Gerais, Brazil, with an expectation of working on-site five days per week. Who will you be working with? You will be part of the Application Excellence team within the Digital Technology organization, supporting the LATAM Localization application portfolio. This role works closely with Product Owners, business stakeholders across Latin America, infrastructure teams, cybersecurity teams, and external vendors to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable business solutions. How will you make a difference? As a member of the Application Excellence team, you will be responsible for developing, supporting, maintaining, and continuously improving Wabtec LATAM Localization applications and related system integrations. This role combines software engineering, cloud technologies, production support, infrastructure automation, and operational excellence to ensure critical business applications remain reliable and aligned with business needs. You will serve as the primary technical owner for the LATAM Localization application portfolio, providing technical leadership, supporting product roadmap discussions, guiding architectural decisions, and mentoring team members. The role requires close collaboration with Product Owners and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technology solutions that contribute to Wabtec’s digital transformation strategy across Latin America. What do we want to know about you? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field. Experience in software development and application support. Strong experience with Node.js, Angular, TypeScript/JavaScript, and SQL Server. Experience designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs and GraphQL services. Experience developing responsive web applications using modern UI technologies and CSS frameworks. Solid knowledge of relational database design, query optimization, and performance tuning. Experience implementing automated testing solutions using tools such as Jest or Vitest. Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and integrations. Experience managing infrastructure as code using Terraform. Experience with configuration management and orchestration tools, preferably Chef. Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with Datadog monitoring and application observability tools. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Experience supporting production environments and resolving critical application issues. Working knowledge of software security standards, vulnerability management, and compliance requirements. Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred. Familiarity with ERP platforms such as Oracle ERP, Epicor, or SAP preferred. Previous experience in the rail industry is a plus. Fluent English. What will your typical day look like? Serve as the primary technical owner for Wabtec LATAM Localization applications, ensuring reliability, scalability, and alignment with business objectives. Partner with Product Owners to evaluate requirements, provide technical recommendations, estimate development efforts, and support roadmap planning activities. Design, develop, enhance, and maintain full-stack applications and integrations using modern software engineering practices. Lead technical discussions and architecture reviews to ensure solutions meet business needs and enterprise standards. Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for critical production incidents and application issues. Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, business, and external vendor teams to resolve complex technical challenges. Manage and support cloud-based solutions, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and CI/CD processes. Identify and implement opportunities for modernization, automation, simplification, and technical debt reduction. Mentor new team members and contribute to knowledge sharing, technical documentation, and engineering best practices. Promote software quality through code reviews, automated testing, monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. Availability to travel to local and global sites (approximately 10%). Benefits At Wabtec, people come first. That’s why we ensure our employees feel valued and have the tools they need to thrive. By joining us, you will have access to a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and development. Here’s what we offer to make you feel part of a company that supports your professional and personal journey: Medical Assistance extended to dependents (spouse and children) Dental Assistance extended to dependents (spouse and children) Profit Sharing Private Pension Plan Meal Policy according to location Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social support Headspace – mental health app Christmas Card or Basket for employees (based on location) Christmas Gift for children up to 11 years old Extended Maternity Leave Program for Pregnant Women and Babies Language Incentive Policy Mentorship Programs and access to training platform Wellhub Pharmacy Assistance #LI-PROMOTEDJOBS 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 . 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.