Description
TransCore (TRN), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a talented and driven Software Engineer I for our development team in Nashville, Tennessee.
Summary:
TransCore is seeking a Software Engineer to participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, software development, integration, and unit testing for lane-level real-time vehicle detection and tracking systems.
This position will initially focus on LIDAR and computer vision-based vehicle detection and tracking technologies operating on edge-compute platforms in real-world roadway environments. Additional areas of responsibility may include multi-sensor data fusion, vehicle data aggregation systems, and integration with radio frequency identification (RFID) devices and other roadway sensing technologies.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working across multiple technical domains, enjoys solving complex real-time system problems, and is interested in developing software that interfaces directly with physical hardware and live traffic systems.
What You’ll Work On
Computer vision and vehicle tracking systems
Multi-sensor roadway data collection systems
Real-time edge computing platforms
Vehicle identification and aggregation systems
High-performance software operating in live roadway environments
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain software for real-time lane-level vehicle detection and tracking systems
Develop software for computer vision, LIDAR, and multi-sensor data processing applications
Troubleshoot deployed field systems and identify, diagnose, and implement software corrections as needed
Develop enhancements and new features for existing applications
Design and implement new software systems, tools, and utilities
Work with distributed edge-compute systems operating in Linux-based environments
Participate in software architecture, design reviews, and technical problem-solving activities
Support integration with external devices and systems, including RFID and roadway sensing hardware
Analyze system logs, sensor data, and performance metrics to diagnose issues and improve system reliability
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on system integration and deployment activities
Occasional travel based on business needs.
Qualifications and requirements
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. A combination of equivalent education and experience may be considered.
Strong software development experience in C/C++, and/or C#
Experience developing software in Linux environments
Experience with real-time or near-real-time systems
Familiarity with computer vision, image processing, or machine learning concepts
Experience working with hardware-integrated systems or sensor-based applications
Understanding of multithreaded and distributed software architectures
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
Experience with Git and modern software development practices
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with LIDAR systems or point cloud processing
Experience with OpenCV, CUDA, NVIDIA Jetson platforms, or GPU-accelerated computing
Experience with edge-compute or embedded Linux systems
Experience with sensor fusion or vehicle tracking systems
Familiarity with REST APIs, network communications, and distributed systems
Experience troubleshooting software in deployed production environments
Physical Demands/Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time. Requires frequent use of keyboard and mouse, must be able to wear a headset for prolonged periods. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.