
Software Engineer for Dependable Systems (f/m/d)
Hitachi, Ltd.4 months ago
Vienna, AustriaMid Level
Responsibilities
- Develop software focused on safety, real-time operation, and security in the railway domain.
- Design and implement distributed systems and related protocols.
- Analyze complex systems and participate in technical architecture and design workshops.
- Write design papers and develop, integrate, and verify technical functions and solutions.
- Collaborate in distributed teams using standardized quality, safety, security, and agile processes.
Requirements
- Completed education from an HTL, FH, university, or similar program in informatics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
- Experienced knowledge of C; C++ knowledge is beneficial.
- Knowledge of embedded real-time systems for safety- and security-related applications.
- Good knowledge of Linux and development environments.
- Understanding of distributed consensus protocols and virtualized systems.
- Knowledge of Git.
- Fluent English; fluent German is beneficial.
- Strong analytical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
Benefits
- Starting salary of €50,000 gross per year, with actual compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Convenient public transport access and public transport subsidies.
- Flexible working hours and, depending on the position, up to 60% home office.
- Additional holidays on December 24 and December 31.
- Employee discounts for the canteen, shops, corporate benefits, tickets, and other services.
- Online, internal, and external training opportunities.
- Stable employment in a collegial and international environment.
About Hitachi, Ltd.
Hitachi, Ltd. builds industrial, energy, rail, and digital systems for governments and enterprises, combining operational technology with IT, cloud, and data infrastructure services. Its portfolio spans power grids, factory automation, data centers, rail systems, and consulting delivered through units such as Hitachi Vantara, Hitachi Rail, and Hitachi Energy. Founded in 1910 and headquartered in Tokyo, it is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and operates globally across critical infrastructure markets.