Senior Software Configuration Lead
Hitachi, Ltd.4 months ago
Sydney, AustraliaStaff+
Responsibilities
- Lead software configuration for the Alvea platform and associated applications.
- Support delivery across Sydney Metro West and future rail projects.
- Lead software integration, deployment, automated deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and version control.
- Provide expertise in software architecture, DevOps, configuration frameworks, and cloud-based solutions.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple systems.
- Collaborate with local and global engineering, product, and delivery teams.
- Contribute to system design, UX considerations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Strong expertise in software configuration, software architecture, and DevOps.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages.
- Knowledge of RabbitMQ or similar message brokers.
- Understanding of OPC-UA, SNMP, and Modbus TCP protocols.
- Experience with cloud-native software development and deployment.
- Basic knowledge of containerisation technologies.
- Strong knowledge of CI/CD techniques and version control systems.
- Experience with Linux operating systems and cloud technologies.
- Understanding of UX and Design Thinking principles.
- Strong communication, collaboration, interpersonal, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills.
- Prior experience with Hitachi software configuration is highly desirable.
Benefits
- Full-time, long-term role supporting major rail programs.
- Work arrangement is non-remote and based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
- Opportunity to build long-term software configuration capability within Australia.
- Inclusive and equal-opportunity workplace.
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.