Senior Application Specialist, IT Development Tools

Metso Outotec; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Espoo is seeking a Senior Application Specialist to manage Agile IT development tools and facilitate effective service operations. The candidate will promote tool benefits, manage vendor support, and contribute to Agile processes, working closely with various stakeholders to drive development. The role offers hybrid working possibilities and focuses on continuous professional growth in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Occupational healthcare

Generous benefits plan

Healthy living rewards

Mental well-being services

On-site gym

Meal benefits

Car/bicycle benefits

Hybrid working possibilities

Extensive learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with IT development solutions is required.
• Knowledge of Agile practices preferred.
• Ability to translate diverse requirements into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop Agile IT development tools.
• Coordinate application support with vendors.
• Promote existing tools to users to maximize benefits.

Skills

Experience with IT development solutions

Collaboration tools (e.g., Atlassian Jira, Confluence)

Strong English communication skills

Self-directed and collaborative working style

Tools

Atlassian Jira

Confluence

ServiceNow

SharePoint

Job description

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

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Introduction

We are looking for a Senior Application Specialist, IT Development Tools, to join our HR & Admin applications team in Metso IT. In this role, you will play a key role in managing and developing Agile IT development tools and IT service operations, including development and collaboration tools, portfolio reporting, and system integrations.

Your responsibilities will also include knowledge transfer, preparing and delivering training sessions, promoting existing tools to maximize their benefits, and maintaining solution documentation. You will actively participate in activities related to Agile development processes. When complex issues arise, you will coordinate application support with vendors and contribute to developing service processes in line with the Metso IT Support model. To ensure optimal use of IT development tools, you will collaborate closely with the portfolio team and all development teams across IT and business functions.

This position is based in Espoo, Finland, with the possibility of hybrid work to some extent.

What we offer

We offer you a challenging and responsible role within a global IT development organization. You will have the opportunity to work with a broad network of professionals and leverage the latest tools and technologies. Our multicultural environment embraces modern ways of working and continuous development. In this role, you will have the chance to expand your professional expertise and grow your competence.

You will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders across Metso’s businesses, functions, and IT teams, as well as with IT service partners and vendors. Our team culture is all about getting things done – together. Metso provides a strong platform for growth and innovation, combining a results‑driven mindset with a respectful and supportive culture in an exceptional way.

Who you are

We are looking for someone who:

• Develops and drives development tool services in diverse environments.
• Has a self‑directed and collaborative working style, engaging effectively with stakeholders in both business and IT.
• Communicates openly, raises issues proactively, and promotes the features and benefits of development tools to users.
• Has strong English communication skills (written and spoken) are required, while Finnish is considered an asset.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Experience with IT development solutions and collaboration tools, such as Atlassian Jira and Confluence. Familiarity with ServiceNow, SharePoint, Identity and Access Management (IAM), DevOps, and/or low‑code solutions are considered an advantage.
• Ability to translate diverse requirements into technical solutions and contribute to improving the architecture of the IT development environment in collaboration with other parts of the IT organization.
• A solid understanding of SAFe, Lean, and Agile ways of working (preferred).

What's in it for you

• Wellbeing and safety – benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well‑being services, on‑site gym, meal benefits, car/bicycle benefits, and engagement surveys.
• Annual bonus – global incentive programs tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities – while we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• Extensive learning opportunities – ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support – leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
• A thriving culture – we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.

Get in touch

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application.

For additional information, please contact Jukka Tjäderhane (Senior Manager, HR & Admin Applications) by email jukka.tjaderhane(a)metso.com.

Did not meet all the requirements? If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end‑to‑end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.

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