Software Engineer

Location: Genoa, Ligura, Italy Job ID: R0121444 Date Posted: 2026-07-30 Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS S.P.A. Profession (Job Category): Other 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: Chi siamo Una carriera in Hitachi Rail rappresenta un investimento per il futuro. Job Description Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Software Engineer  who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Genoa. Responsabilities • Support the proper requirements management (identification & apportionment between GA and SA) for all the phases of the software lifecycle according to company standard processes (IMS). • Contribute to the design and the implementation of a complete solution (Modules, documentation and tools), applying company standard processes (IMS). • Contribute to the correct operation of the SW on the applicable platforms • Contribute to provide the proper level of support to the other functional units (RAMS, Verification, Test & Commissioning, etc.) • Contribute to the application of common methodologies, technical solutions and best practices in coherence with the Development function, applying company standard processes (IMS). Required Skills/Knowledge • 3-5 years of experience in the broad spectrum of the software developer life-cycle. • Significant experience building enterprise class, multi-process, fault tolerant load balanced and multi-tiered systems. • Expert level C++ programming skills that leverage advanced constructs of the language. • Experience applying Object-Oriented Design principles and patterns. • Extensive knowledge of developing software in a Linux environment, including writing and modifying shell scripts. • Strong diagnostic and analytical skills. • Experience with continuous integration, static code analysis, branching and versioning and DevOps. • Must be able to handle working in a dynamic environment with parallel responsibilities and competing priorities. • Maintain the appropriate balance between speed and perfection while never compromising quality. • Energizes those around them when working with a team while having the ability to go solo when appropriate. • Lifelong learner that shares and teaches what you learn. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Experience implementing and sustaining mission critical enterprise systems. Education and Qualifications • Master/Bachelor degree in Computer/Electronics/Telecommunications/Automation Engineering, Informatics Languages • English: upper intermediate level required Alla posizione si applica il vigente CCNL per l’industria metalmeccanica privata e l’installazione di impianti, con inquadramento nel livello B2, ai sensi della relativa disciplina di classificazione del personale. Retribuzione annua lorda compresa tra 35.000€ e 46.200€. Grazie per l'interesse dimostrato nei confronti di Hitachi Rail. Se la sua candidatura risulterà di interesse, sarà nostra cura metterci in contatto con lei. Non esiti a scoprire di più su di noi e sulle nostre ultime offerte di lavoro su: https://www.hitachirail.com/careers. In Hitachi Rail c’è un posto per tutti. Accogliamo e valorizziamo la diversità di ambito, età, genere, orientamento sessuale, stato di famiglia, disabilità, etnia, nazionalità, religione e visione del mondo. Ci impegniamo a creare un ambiente inclusivo e siamo orgogliosi di essere un’azienda che offre pari opportunità. Saremmo lieti se volesse seguirci su https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  https://www.hitachirail.com/careers. At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. 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. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail