R&D Manager

R&D Team Manager - Network Manager

The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative R&D Team Manager - Network Manager to join Hitachi Energy. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of skilled engineers, driving the development of advanced network solutions supporting electrical grid operation in real time.

You will play a key role in aligning R&D initiatives with business objectives, ensuring successful project execution, fostering innovation, and securing long-term R&D capabilities to strengthen Hitachi Energy's global position. This is a visible role in a large, world-wide organization with close collaboration across functions and geographies.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead and develop a high-performing R&D team, supporting competence growth and operational excellence
• Drive deliveries that enable the energy transition and digitalization of power systems
• Be an active part of the Network Manager development team (real-time electrical grid operation)
• Collaborate in a global environment with stakeholders across R&D, product management, and business
• Influence system design, architecture, and implementation of software solutions
• Ensure successful project execution aligned with timelines, budgets, and quality targets
• Foster innovation by exploring future technologies, scenarios, and development strategies
• Live Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant field
• Solid experience in software development within the IT industry
• Previous leadership experience (line management, team lead or similar) is required
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), including CI/CD concepts
• Deep understanding of code quality and solution quality aspects
• Ability to understand and discuss software architecture on a conceptual and practical level
• Experience working with SCRUM and agile software development methodologies
• Experience in C# and/or C++ is considered a strong advantage
• Fluency in English, written and spoken

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout the onboarding phase
• Various trainings and educational opportunities supporting continuous development
• A diverse and inclusive workplace with 70+ nationalities represented in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks