Location:
Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden
Job ID:
R0127944
Date Posted:
2026-05-20
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The opportunity
We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Developer to join our software team at Hitachi Energy, Grid Automation Products in Västerås.
In this role, you will work on feature enhancement and quality improvements of user-space applications running on real-time Linux systems, with especial focus on time synchronization domain, driven by industrial standards such as IEEE 1588 PTP. You will be part of a scrum team and will work closely with other software and hardware teams to ensure our mission-critical embedded systems meet stringent performance and reliability requirements. Our team operates using agile methodologies to foster collaboration, flexibility, and continuous improvement.
An important aspect of this role involves getting familiar with an existing and extensive codebase. You will work closely with experienced developers to learn and take ownership of this codebase.
How you’ll make an impact
· Time synchronization domain Bring your expertise to the team and further increase your knowledge in this area by working together with other experts in the field.
· Feature Development Write, test, and maintain high-quality code for embedded systems. Create and enhance features for our products in a real-time embedded Linux setting, delivering high reliability.
· Automated Testing Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure the reliability and performance of user-space applications.
· Debugging Analyze and resolve defects in user-space applications. Troubleshoot together with teams that operate in kernel-space.
· Collaboration Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, system architects, and QA teams, to deliver optimized solutions.
· Documentation Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for code, optimization techniques, and system configurations.
Your background
· Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
· Experience with IEEE 1588 PTP and good understanding of the Linux implementation (ptp4l, phc2sys). Knowledge of other time synchronization standards like SNTP or IRIG-B.
· Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
· Proven experience with software development on embedded systems and concurrent real-time operating systems (RTOS).
· Passion for software development, excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
· Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Additional merits
· Experience in industrial Ethernet communication, specifically IEC 61850 & Ethernet redundancy protocols.
· Domain knowledge within substation automation.
· Fluent in Swedish.
What we offer
· Collective agreement
· Flexible working time
· Health care and wellness allowance
· Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
· Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
· Various trainings and education supporting employee development
· Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
· Supplementary compensation for parental leave
· Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
More about us
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Ramon Cuesta-Perez, ramon.cuesta-perez@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Sveriges Ingenjörer: Klas Koppari +46 107 38 13 45, Unionen: Fredrik W Nordin +46 107 38 15 12, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Magnus Rönnholm, magnus.ronnholm@hitachienergy.com
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