System Interface Manager – Kavach Product Development | Siemens Mobility | Bangalore, India

Job Description

Summary

Siemens Mobility is hiring a System Interface Manager – Kavach Product Development in Bangalore, India. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on India’s prestigious Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, Kavach, which enhances safety, interoperability, and efficiency across the railway network. If you are an experienced railway signaling professional with expertise in ETCS, CBTC, ATP, and SIL-4 compliant systems, this is your chance to drive cutting-edge rail safety innovations with one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies.

Job Details at a Glance

Responsibilities

As a System Interface Manager for Kavach Product Development, you will:

• Interface Definition & Control
  • Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for onboard, trackside, and vendor systems.
  • Ensure seamless interoperability between Kavach onboard units, trackside equipment, and third-party solutions.
  • Manage interface baselines aligned with evolving system architecture.
• Requirements & Change Management
  • Capture and validate interface requirements from customers and regulatory bodies.
  • Maintain traceability throughout the lifecycle in compliance with EN 50126/8/9 standards.
  • Handle interface-related change requests, impact assessments, and configuration control.
• Integration & Verification
  • Support lab testing, field validation, and commissioning phases.
  • Define and supervise Verification & Validation (V&V) strategies for SIL-4 compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-domain teams for smooth integration.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Identify and mitigate interface-related hazards.
  • Support safety case preparation, hazard logs, and ISA/RDSO approvals.
  • Ensure designs comply with functional safety standards (EN 50126, 50128, 50129, 50159).
• Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all interface-related issues.
  • Lead technical discussions with suppliers, Indian Railways, and internal teams.
  • Provide regular status updates on risks, dependencies, and resolutions.

Required Skills & Expertise

• Strong background in railway signaling, ATP, ETCS, or CBTC systems.
• Proven track record in system engineering, interface management, and subsystem integration.
• Hands-on experience with requirements management and configuration tools (DOORS, JIRA).
• In-depth knowledge of train-to-trackside communication protocols and interoperability challenges.
• Familiarity with RAMS processes, hazard analysis, and SIL-4 safety verification.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or Railway Engineering (or equivalent).
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in railway signaling or ATP systems.
• At least 5 years in system/interface management for complex, safety-critical projects.
• Knowledge of CENELEC standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, EN 50159).

Why Join Siemens Mobility?

• Contribute to India’s rail modernization mission with Kavach, a national ATP initiative.
• Be part of a global leader in rail automation, mobility, and intelligent transport solutions.
• Work in a collaborative, diverse, and innovative environment.
• Gain access to cutting-edge technologies and international career opportunities.

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