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Hitachi

Senior R&D Engineer

Hitachi

. Develop and maintain embedded software solutions for the MACH™ control and protection platform used in HVDC systems worldwide .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeLudvika • SwedenSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining embedded software solutions for HVDC systems, with strong capabilities in C/C++ programming, embedded systems architecture, and real-time operating systems. Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and mentor colleagues while ensuring high standards of quality assurance and technical excellence.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Embedded Software DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingEmbedded Systems ArchitectureReal-Time Operating SystemsSoftware Development Processes

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Hard Skills
Embedded Software DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingEmbedded Systems ArchitectureReal-Time Operating SystemsSoftware Testing MethodologiesVerification and Quality AssuranceElectronics DesignCommunication ProtocolsSystem-Level TroubleshootingScripting Languages
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication AbilitiesMentoring
Tools & Technologies
GitAzure DevOpsVisual Studio
Industry Keywords
HVDC SystemsControl and Protection PlatformCross-Functional R&D TeamsTechnical OwnershipSafety and Integrity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AzurePythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and maintain embedded software solutions for the MACH™ control and protection platform used in HVDC systems worldwide
  • Take technical ownership of functionality throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and design to testing, verification, and release
  • Contribute to software architecture decisions and drive technical improvements supporting long-term product performance and sustainability
  • Collaborate with software, hardware, FPGA, system, and verification engineers in cross-functional R&D teams
  • Support system integration, troubleshooting, and optimization of real-time embedded applications
  • Participate in technology investigations and contribute to future product and platform development
  • Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and strengthen technical excellence across the organization
  • Collaborate with global stakeholders while upholding Hitachi Energy's values of safety and integrity

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Several years of experience in embedded software development within complex industrial, real-time, or mission-critical systems
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++
  • Solid experience with embedded systems architecture and real-time operating systems
  • Experience working with Git, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio, and modern software development practices
  • Good understanding of software development processes, testing methodologies, verification, and quality assurance
  • Experience in electronics design, communication protocols, and system-level troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python is considered an advantage
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication abilities
  • Professional fluency in English
  • Background checks may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Collective agreement
  • Occupational pension and possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
  • Group life insurance and additional insurances
  • Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
  • Hybrid work and allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
  • Health care and wellness allowance
  • Health insurance including dental, spectacles and contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
  • Psychological support program
  • Supplementary compensation for parental leave
  • Various trainings and education supporting employee development
  • Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
  • Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks