Location:
Krakow, Lesser Poland, PolandJob ID:
R0139538Date Posted:
2026-08-03Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The opportunity:
For our research center in Kraków, Poland, we are looking for a Research Scientist with strong expertise in software architecture for industrial systems.
In this role, you will shape and develop next‑generation software solutions supporting the digital transformation of power systems. You will work at the intersection of research and real-world applications—translating advanced concepts into scalable, production‑ready architectures used in mission‑critical energy systems.
As part of Hitachi Energy’s global research organization, you will join a multidisciplinary team of experts in software engineering, power systems, and AI. You will collaborate closely with business units and external partners to rapidly ideate, prototype, and validate solutions that have direct impact on products and customers worldwide.
Based on-site in Kraków, you will benefit from a strong local research ecosystem while engaging in global collaboration across regions and business domains. This unique setup enables you to drive innovation end‑to‑end—from early research and proof‑of‑concepts to architecture design and technology transfer into real systems operating in the energy sector.
How You Will Make an Impact:
Your background:
In addition, the following skills would be beneficial for the role:
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