Application Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Łódź; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Poland seeks an Application Manager to own end-to-end lifecycle management of engineering applications, ensuring value, stability, security, and compliance. The role bridges business, IT, architecture, cybersecurity, and vendors to govern onboarding, evolution, operations, risk, and retirement.

The incumbent will drive roadmaps, ensure audits and data protection, and optimize costs while aligning with enterprise architecture and digital transformation goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Application Management, IT Service Delivery, or similar roles.
• Experience managing applications across the complete lifecycle.
• ITIL 4 (Incident, Problem, Change, Release, SLA Management).
• Application Lifecycle & Service Management tools (e.g. ServiceNow).
• Functional knowledge or hands-on experience in Engineering domain (engineering tools, product design, manufacturing, PLM systems).
• Experience working with global, cross-functional teams.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, integrations, and data flows.
• Agile / DevOps development models.
• Lean / Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Govern applications across the full lifecycle: onboarding, operations and continuous improvement, to retirement.
• Maintain application documentation and records in the CMDB / application registry.
• Ensure effective service delivery, including incident, problem, change, and release management.
• Manage application availability, performance, and SLAs.
• Ensure security and compliance requirements are met, including access management, audits, and vulnerability remediation.
• Maintain application roadmaps aligned with business priorities, engineering strategy, and enterprise architecture.
• Drive user adoption and support process harmonization, training, and business value realization.
• Manage costs, budgets, licenses, and vendors, including contracts and third‑party performance.
• Plan and execute controlled application retirement, including data archiving and risk mitigation.

Skills

ITIL 4

ServiceNow

Engineering domain

Agile / DevOps

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ServiceNow

PLM systems

Engineering tools

Job description

Location: Lodz, Lodz, Poland Job ID: R0134343 Date Posted: 2026-08-12 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O. Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: As Application Manager you are accountable for the end‑to‑end lifecycle management of Engineering applications. Ensure they deliver sustainable business value, operational stability, security, and regulatory compliance. Acting as the primary owner for assigned applications, the role bridges business, IT, architecture, cybersecurity, and vendors to govern onboarding, solution evolution, operations, risk management, and controlled retirement. The Application Manager ensures applications are strategically aligned with enterprise architecture and digital transformation objectives, while meeting cost, performance, and compliance expectations.

How you’ll make an impact

• Govern applications across the full lifecycle: onboarding, operations and continuous improvement, to retirement
• Maintain application documentation and records in the CMDB / application registry
• Ensure effective service delivery, including incident, problem, change, and release management.
• Manage application availability, performance, and SLAs
• Ensure security and compliance requirements are met, including access management, audits, and vulnerability remediation
• Maintain application roadmaps aligned with business priorities, engineering strategy, and enterprise architecture
• Drive user adoption and support process harmonization, training, and business value realization
• Manage costs, budgets, licenses, and vendors, including contracts and third‑party performance
• Plan and execute controlled application retirement, including data archiving and risk mitigation

Your Background

• 5+ years in Application Management, IT Service Delivery, or similar roles.
• Experience managing applications across the complete lifecycle.
• ITIL 4 (Incident, Problem, Change, Release, SLA Management).
• Application Lifecycle & Service Management tools (e.g. ServiceNow)
• Functional knowledge or hands‑on experience in Engineering domain (engineering tools, product design, manufacturing, PLM systems)
• Experience working with global, cross‑functional teams
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, integrations, and data flows.
• Agile / DevOps development models
• Lean / Lean Six Sigma principles
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures. This role may be open in multiple locations. If the salary information listed is not applicable for your current home location, salary details relevant to your location will be discussed with you at a later stage.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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