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Straffic

Quality Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Knowledge of contactless payment systems, EMV/open payment, AFC (Automatic Fare Collection), or mobility technology. * Familiarity with system integration testing and deployment coordination.

Gude Management Group

Field Inspector II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience in inspecting electrical distribution, equipment installation, and testing (Automatic Fare Collection 2.0 Project). * Familiarity with building codes as required by the client.

Gude Management Group

Field Inspector I

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Experience in inspecting electrical distribution, equipment installation, and testing (Automatic Fare Collection 2.0 Project). * Familiarity with building codes as required by the client.

Los Angeles Metro

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION TECHNICIAN

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$47.90 - $59.87/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... automatic vehicle monitoring equipment on coaches * Prepares routine records and narrative reports of maintenance activity * Suggests modifications in electronic communications and fare collection ...

RTD

Planner, Maintenance (O&M)

Rio, WI · On-site

Prepare work packages for maintenance directives, project controls, and component evaluations for transit vehicles, automatic fare collection equipment, and destination sign systems. * Support the ...

RTD

Planner, Maintenance (O&M)

Boulder, CO · On-site

Prepare work packages for maintenance directives, project controls, and component evaluations for transit vehicles, automatic fare collection equipment, and destination sign systems. * Support the ...

City of Greenville, SC

BUS OPERATOR - 0526

Greenville, SC · On-site

$44K - $56K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Ensure Automatic Vehicle Locating (AVL) system is logged in. Ensure driver area is clean at the end ... Maintain Schedule and Assure Proper Fare Collection: Operate the buses on a schedule route in a ...

GovernmentJobs.com

BUS OPERATOR

Greenville, SC · On-site

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

Ensure Automatic Vehicle Locating (AVL) system is logged in. Ensure driver area is clean at the end ... Maintain Schedule and Assure Proper Fare Collection: Operate the buses on a schedule route in a ...

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How much do automatic fare collection jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for automatic fare collection in the United States is $18.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an automatic fare collection?

An Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) job involves managing and maintaining electronic ticketing systems used in public transportation. Responsibilities may include installing and troubleshooting fare machines, ensuring payment processing efficiency, and analyzing system performance to improve operations. AFC professionals work with software, hardware, and networking components to ensure seamless commuter transactions. This role is essential in modern transit systems for enhancing convenience, security, and revenue collection.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the automatic fare collection position?

To thrive in an Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) role, strong technical skills in electronic payment systems, IT troubleshooting, and systems integration are essential, often supported by a background in engineering, IT, or similar fields. Familiarity with fare collection software, hardware maintenance, and industry-standard AFC platforms (such as those used in transit systems), as well as any relevant certifications like CompTIA or Cisco, is highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are key soft skills for this role. These qualifications ensure system reliability, seamless passenger transactions, and effective coordination with technical and operational teams.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals working in automatic fare collection roles?

Professionals in Automatic Fare Collection roles often face challenges such as maintaining system uptime, quickly troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring a seamless experience for commuters even during peak hours. Working in this position usually involves close communication with operations, IT teams, and sometimes external vendors, to resolve complex issues efficiently. AFC specialists may encounter tasks that require after-hours or on-call support, especially when responding to urgent system failures. Adapting to new technology upgrades and security protocols is another important aspect, making continuous learning a part of the job. Overall, these challenges are rewarding for those who enjoy dynamic work environments and seeing their efforts directly impact public transportation efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Automatic Fare Collection job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,387 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Software Engineer - AFC Devices

STraffic America, LLC.

Vienna, VA

$132K - $173K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

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NOW HIRING: Mid-Level Embedded Software Engineer (AFC Devices)

Vienna, VA (On-Site) | Full-Time

STraffic America is seeking a Mid-Level Embedded Software Engineer to develop and support software for Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) devices used by major transit agencies.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy software
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software and device issues
  • Support AFC device installations remotely and on-site
  • Analyze system logs and data for diagnostics
  • Perform testing and validation to ensure reliability
  • Create and update technical documentation

Qualifications

  • 4–5 years of software development experience
  • Experience with C, C#, and Python
  • Proficiency with Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code
  • Familiarity with Windows OS and STM32 environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Intermediate conversational Korean preferred
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred

  • TCP/IP and serial communication programming experience
  • Basic networking knowledge
  • Embedded systems experience

Travel

  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Join a growing transportation technology company and help develop innovative fare collection systems used by transit agencies across North America.