R&D Project Manager, Business Unit Service

Hitachi

Kraków

On-site

PLN 260,000 - 380,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care
Life insurance
Fitness programs
Home office equipment
Wellness discounts
Employee events
Psychological support
Free parking

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Poland is seeking a Senior R&D Project Manager with strong software development experience to lead strategic initiatives across BU Service R&D. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams delivering cloud-native applications, AI-enabled solutions, data platforms, and integrated software ecosystems that enable future service business models.

You will collaborate with Hitachi Energy researchers, software architects, product managers, UX teams, AI specialists, data engineers,

Qualifications

  • University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Proven experience managing software development projects or digital product development programs.
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile methodologies, DevOps, CI/CD, and release management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex software and digital solution development projects from concept through production release.
  • Drive agile and hybrid project delivery models across globally distributed teams.
  • Manage project scope, planning, budgets, resources, risks, architecture dependencies, and release roadmaps.
  • Coordinate internal development teams and external software engineering partners.
  • Ensure alignment between business objectives, product strategy, technical architecture, and delivery execution.
  • Support development of digital platforms, AI-enabled capabilities, data integration solutions, reporting systems, and cloud services.
  • Collaborate with architects and development teams on technical planning, estimation, release management, and lifecycle governance.
  • Drive solution quality through validation, verification, testing, cybersecurity, and configuration management practices.
  • Establish transparent reporting and decision-making processes for executive stakeholders.
  • Contribute to scaling modern software engineering practices within BU Service R&D

Skills

Software development
Agile methodologies
DevOps
CI/CD
Cloud platforms
AI/analytics
Data platforms
Jira
Azure DevOps
Stakeholder management
Leadership
Communication
External partners management

Education

University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related discipline

Tools

Azure DevOps
Jira
Git-based development
Backlog management
Product roadmaps

Job description

Location

Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland

Job ID

R0131070

Date Posted

2026-08-11

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.

Profession (Job Category)

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

Job Description
The Opportunity

Business Unit Service is at the forefront of delivering advanced digital andoutcome‑basedservice solutions worldwide. Our Service R&D organization developsnext‑generationdigital service solutions that leverage IoT, cloud platforms, data, and AI to enablelong‑termasset performance, reliability, and operational excellence across the energy and industrial domain.

We are looking for a Senior R&D Project Manager with strong software development experience to lead strategic initiativesacrossBUService R&D portfolio.

This position combines project leadership withdeepunderstanding of modern software development and digital platforms. You will lead multidisciplinary teams delivering cloud-native applications, AI-enabled solutions, data platforms, digital service experiences, and integrated software ecosystems that support future service business models.

You will work closely withHitachi Energy researchers,software architects, product managers, UX teams, AI specialists, data engineers, cybersecurity experts, and external development partners to transform ideas into scalable customer-facing and internal digital solutions.

HowYou’llMake an Impact
  • Lead complex software and digital solution development projects from concept through production release.
  • Drive agile and hybridprojectdeliverymodels across globally distributed teams.
  • Manage project scope, planning, budgets, resources, risks, architecture dependencies, and release roadmaps.
  • Coordinate internal development teams and external software engineering partners.
  • Ensure alignment between businessobjectives, product strategy, technical architecture, and delivery execution.
  • Support development of digital platforms, AI-enabled capabilities, data integration solutions, reporting systems, and cloud services.
  • Collaborate with architects and development teams on technical planning, estimation, release management, and lifecycle governance.
  • Drive solution quality through validation, verification, testing, cybersecurity, and configuration management practices.
  • Establish transparent reporting and decision-making processes for executive stakeholders.
  • Contribute to scaling modern software engineering practices within BU Service R&D
Your Background
  • University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Engineering, ora relateddiscipline.
  • Proven experience managing software development projects or digital product development programs.
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile methodologies, DevOps, CI/CD, and release management.
  • Experience working with cloud platforms, enterprise software, data platforms, AI/analytics solutions, or IoT ecosystems.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, Git-based development workflows, backlog management, and product roadmaps.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with software architects, developers, and business stakeholders alike.
  • Experience managing external software suppliers and development partners is highly desirable.
  • Understanding ofcybersecurity, software quality assurance, and validation processes is an advantage.
  • Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
  • Fluent in English, written and spoken.
Preferred Experience
  • SaaS, cloud-native, AI, data platform, digital twin, predictive analytics, industrial IoT, or energy technology solutions.
  • Experience leading geographically distributed software teams.
  • Experience in energy, industrial automation, asset management, utilities, or digital services industries.
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, 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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