Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated AUTOMATION 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, Italy. Automation 2.0 is a software suite developed entirely by Hitachi Rail STS for next-generation railway automation systems and integrated operational control centers. The project support group is the link between development groups and project groups to aid in the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of automation software 2.0. 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. Accountabilities Be a part of the team that will design and develop the new Automation 2.0 deployment platform. Configurations management. Maintenance and support for existing projects. Customization of the 2.0 automation suite based on project requirements. Commissioning of automation software 2.0 in existing projects. Required Skills/Knowledge Object-oriented programming with usage proficiency of at least one OOP language. Bash scripting. Git. OCI Containers. Desired Skills/Knowledge Ansible Automation Platform. Rudder. VMware ESXi. Java. JS Node. Electron. Gitlab and Gitlab CI. Nexus. Longhorn. Opensearch. Red Hat Data Grid. Redis. Automation 2.0 suite knowledge. Experience in the railway sector. Education/Qualifications Master's degree in computer science, software engineering or equivalent degree. Languages Proficiency in English. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full-time Job Function Rail Transportation J-18808-Ljbffr