Business R&D Senior Professional

hitachi; Kraków; On-site; PLN 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness and wellness programs

PPK (Employee Capital Plans)

Equipment for home office

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Services is seeking a Senior C++ Developer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance software products. You will influence architectural decisions and ensure code quality across the full software lifecycle.

The role requires 5+ years in C++ development, strong Linux knowledge, and experience with multithreading, debugging, and CI/CD pipelines. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers are key parts of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional C++ software development.
• Strong proficiency in C++11/14/17/20 and OO design.
• Experience with multi-threading and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix and network programming.
• Experience with Git and Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with Google Test and debugging tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of complex software modules using C++.
• Architect and optimize software for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure coding standards and architecture.
• Collaborate with product management, QA, and other engineering teams to define requirements.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to CI/CD and automation efforts.

Skills

C++

Multithreading

Linux networking

Google Test

Git

CI/CD

Code optimization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Software Eng

Tools

CI/CD tools

GDB

Job description

Location

Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland

Job ID

R0139867

Date Posted

2026-09-15

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.

Profession (Job Category)

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy Services is seeking a Senior C++ Developer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance, robust software solutions for our cutting-edge products. You will play a key role in the full software development lifecycle, contributing to architectural decisions and ensuring code quality.

How You'll Make an Impact

Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software modules and applications using C++.

Architect and optimize software for performance, scalability, and reliability in distributed systems.

Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and other engineering disciplines, to define requirements and deliver solutions.

Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues, providing timely and effective resolutions.

Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Contribute to the continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and automation efforts.

Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, applying them to enhance our software offerings.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in C++ software development.
• Strong proficiency in C++11/14/17/20, including object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with multi-threading, concurrency, and performance optimization.
• Solid understanding of operating systems concepts (Linux/Unix preferred) and network programming.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with unit testing frameworks (e.g., Google Test) and debugging tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with embedded systems is a plus.

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team‑building activities
• Psychological support program
• Free parking available

Add if applicable : additional benefits may apply depending on the role, grade, and business requirements.

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

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,