Specialist System Designer – Network And Communication

At CN, we work together to move our company—and North America—forward. Be part of our Information & Technology (I&T) team, a critical piece of the engine that keeps us in motion. From enterprise architecture to operational technology, our teams use the agile methodology to automate and digitize our railroad ensuring our operations run optimally and safely and our employees can focus on value-added tasks. You will be able to develop your skills and career in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary

The Onboard and Network Communications System Designer is responsible for actively participating in subsystem design reviews to ensure final products fulfill all identified requirements. The role frequently interacts with Architecture, Business Analysts, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Design Leads. The team is involved in the design and integration of remote IoT devices applications and telecommunication technologies for the enablement of Automated Train Operations and ensures telecommunication technology integration of Internet of Things (IoT) devices along the wayside and on locomotives.

Major Responsibilities

• Create Design, Build and Run documentation
• Transfer knowledge to Support Teams
• Work with Design Validation teams to create and validate subsystem test artifacts
• Design and develop Unix application and services on bare metal and Cloud.
• Configure IoT devices based on design specification.
• Apply and ensure compliance with all CN’s I&T standards throughout the project

Requirements

• Knowledge of C++, Python and Java programing languages.
• 5 years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge of IP networking concepts, including (advanced switching and routing functions, telecommunication configuration on Unix systems, setting up Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) topologies
• Bilingual both written and verbal (English, French).
• Collaborates with others and shares information.

Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Telecommunications or equivalent

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Ability do work with cloud environment (VM, Docker, Micro services).
• Knowledge of monitoring systems leveraging Message Brokers (*MQ).
• Experience in installing, integrating, troubleshooting, and demonstrating solution applications.
• Knowledge of C++, Python and Java programing language.
• Very good technical documentation skills
• Knowledge of Agile DevOps and concepts related to continuous integration and pipeline management.
• Knowledge of IT security principles
• Strong systems engineering knowledge
• Knowledge of data analysis using Power Bi, Grafana...
• Knowledge of Linux Operating systems configuration and scripting.
• Proven experience with IP protocols and technologies

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.