Junior Automation Software Engineer
Hitachi, Ltd.4 days ago
Genoa, ItalyEntry Level
Responsibilities
- Support the development and maintenance of backend software applications using Java and Python.
- Contribute to frontend development using TypeScript technologies.
- Assist with deploying and maintaining containerized applications using Docker.
- Support software integration, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
- Participate in Kubernetes-based environments under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on automation tools and digital solutions.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation throughout the software lifecycle.
- Contribute to features involving artificial intelligence, machine learning, and conversational systems.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Academic background or hands-on experience with Java, Python, and/or TypeScript.
- Basic knowledge of software engineering principles and object-oriented programming.
- Understanding of Git concepts including branches, commits, and merge requests.
- Basic knowledge of Docker and container-based development.
- Familiarity with Kubernetes concepts such as Pods, Deployments, and Services.
- General knowledge of operating systems, networking, and distributed systems.
- Good communication, documentation-reading, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Italian fluency and good written and spoken English communication at a minimum B2 level.
- Knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, conversational AI, JUnit, PyTest, or Jest is desirable.
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, automation, SCADA, IoT, robotics, or related domains is desirable.
- Interest in railway systems and transportation technologies is desirable.
Benefits
- Full-time hybrid work arrangement based in Genoa, Liguria, Italy.
- Annual gross salary of €33,000–€34,000.
- Position covered by the applicable Italian private metalworking and plant-installation industry collective agreement, classified at level B1.
- Inclusive and equal-opportunity work environment.
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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.