Software Integrator (m/w/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Wien; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public transport subsidies

Flexible working hours

Up to 60% home office

Holiday on Christmas & New Year’s Eve

Employee discounts

Training opportunities

Stable international employer

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Austria GmbH is seeking a Software Integrator to bring cloud-based interlocking software to life, integrating components from internal and external teams in a lab setting. You will deploy in containerized environments, configure networks, and help ensure high availability and safety‑critical operation.

The role requires 3+ years in software integration, strong Linux, OpenStack, and CI/CD skills, and fluency in German and English.

Qualifications

• Degree or technical education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Networking, or a related field
• At least 3 years of professional experience in software development, software integration, or system engineering
• Experience with distributed, fault‑tolerant, and embedded systems
• Knowledge of Linux system administration and troubleshooting
• OpenStack, Docker, and containerized environments experience
• GNU Toolchain and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Perl know-how
• Experience with networking technologies and protocols (IP, TCP, UDP)
• Comfortable with modern CI/CD methodologies, tools, and automation pipelines
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Professional communication in both German and English

Responsibilities

• Integrating software components from internal development teams and third‑party suppliers
• Building and deploying applications in modern, containerized environments
• Configuring networks and system environments for successful integration and testing
• Executing functional, integration, and performance tests to validate system behavior
• Analyzing and resolving integration issues with software developers and system architects
• Working hands‑on with distributed hardware systems in laboratory environments
• Supporting and improving CI/CD processes and deployment workflows
• Creating and maintaining high‑quality documentation for changes, incidents, and integration activities

Skills

Distributed systems

Linux administration

CI/CD pipelines

Networking

Python scripting

German & English communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Containerization

Education

Degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Tools

OpenStack

Docker

GCC (GNU toolchain)

Python

Bash

Perl

Job description

Location: Vienna, Vienna, Austria

Job ID: R0146942

Date Posted: 2026-10-15

Company Name: Hitachi Rail Austria GmbH

Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

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.

Job Description

SOFTWARE INTEGRATOR (F/M/D) With its multicultural team of diverse backgrounds, Hitachi Rail in Austria supports domestic and international rail operators with technologies and expertise in the field of signaling technology. The Hitachi team in Austria thus ensures the safe and efficient transportation of people and goods. Bring the next generation of cloud-based railway technology to life! Are you passionate about complex software systems, modern cloud technologies, and hands‑on engineering? Join us now at Hitachi Rail Austria and help shape the future of digital interlocking solutions by integrating cutting‑edge software into highly available, safety‑critical environments. As a Software Integrator, you will play a key role in bringing our cloud‑based digital interlocking platform to life. Working closely with developers, architects, and test engineers, you will ensure that software components are seamlessly integrated into a reliable and high‑performing system.

YOUR CHALLENGE

• Integrating software components from both internal development teams and third‑party suppliers
• Building and deploying applications in modern, containerized environments
• Configuring networks and system environments for successful integration and testing
• Executing functional, integration, and performance tests to validate system behavior
• Analyzing and resolving integration issues in close collaboration with software developers and system architects
• Working hands‑on with distributed hardware systems in laboratory environments
• Supporting and improving CI/CD processes and deployment workflows
• Creating and maintaining high‑quality documentation for changes, incidents, and integration activities

YOUR PROFILE

• Degree or technical education (HTL, FH, University) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Networking, or a related field
• At least 3 years of professional experience in software development, software integration, or system engineering
• Experience with distributed, fault‑tolerant, and embedded systems
• Knowledge in Linux system administration and troubleshooting
• OpenStack, Docker, and containerized environments experience
• GNU Toolchain and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Perl know-how
• Experience with networking technologies and protocols (IP, TCP, UDP)
• Comfortable with modern CI/CD methodologies, tools, and automation pipelines
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Professional communication in both German and English

WE OFFER

The opportunity to work on innovative and future‑oriented railway technologies An international and collaborative engineering environment Access to state‑of‑the‑art cloud and software technologies Exciting technical challenges with real‑world impact Professional development and continuous learning opportunities Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture

BENEFITS

The salary for this position starts at € 60.000 gross p.a. Actual compensation is based on experience and qualification

• Very good accessibility by public transport (Vienna Handelskai) & subsidies for public transport
• Flexible working hours and, depending on the position, up to 60% home office
• Hitachi Rail gives you holidays on Christmas (24.12) and New Year's Eve (31.12)
• Discounts for employees (canteen, shops, corporate benefits, tickets, etc.)
• Various training opportunities - online, internal and external training courses
• A stable employer in a collegial and international environment

WHO WE ARE

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.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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