Head of Software Development for Data Applications (m/w/d)

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Position: Head of Software Development for Data Applications (m/w/d) (Ref.Nr. R) in Voll- oder Teilzeit an unserem Standort in Ditzingen bei Stuttgart

Responsibilities:

• Lead an international software development team of approximately 11 employees in Germany and Romania, additionally overseeing the technical management of two contractors.
• Manage work package management in an international context for all project-specific developments of the team, ensuring compliance with quality, time, and budget requirements.
• Act as an organizational and technical interface to project management, taking responsibility for planning activities and reporting for the accountable performance share.
• Develop innovative software solutions for creating and verifying data for our digital product portfolio.
• Coordinate the rollout of software solutions to users, including support and training coordination.
• Coach the team in the role of Scrum Master, promoting the implementation of agile working methods.

Requirements:

• Completed degree in computer science, electrical engineering, railway safety engineering, or comparable fields.
• Several years of experience in work package or project management in software development.
• Strong leadership skills and practical experience in team management.
• Quick comprehension, analytical skills, and technical expertise.
• Experience in agile roles such as Scrum Master, practical experience in software development/architecture, as well as knowledge in railway safety engineering are advantageous.
• Fluent in German and English.

Contact:
Our Talent Acquisition Team looks forward to your contact at (Ioanna Sapountzi). We are excited to receive your application through our career portal.

Benefits:

• Collaboration: Networking through internal networks like YES (Young Employee Society) or WoMenTogether and working in international teams.
• Our Drive: Together, we lay the foundations for the digitalization of the railway world in Germany and worldwide.
• Flexible Working: We offer flexible working models such as flextime and hybrid working.
• Attractive Conditions: A secure and permanent job with a globally active company with collective bargaining agreements.

Inclusion Commitment:
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and worldview. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.