R&D Senior Design Engineer

**The opportunity** Are you an experienced software professional with a passion for developing solutions that support critical infrastructure and the energy transition? Join Hitachi Energy's Grid Automation business as an R&D Senior Design Engineer in Vaasa or Helsinki, Finland. In this role, you will contribute to the development of our MicroSCADA X product portfolio, a leading platform used by utilities and industries to monitor and control energy systems. As part of our local R&D team in Finland and a global development network, you will help design, develop, and continuously improve innovative software solutions that meet the highest quality and reliability standards. **How you'll make an impact** - Contribute to the development and evolution of the MicroSCADA X product portfolio. - Participate in software architecture discussions and evaluate technical design alternatives. - Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using modern development practices. - Review software designs and code to ensure quality, maintainability, and performance. - Create and maintain design documentation and quality-related artifacts. - Collaborate closely with colleagues across global, multi-site development teams. - Support continuous improvement initiatives related to software quality, cybersecurity, and development processes. - Stay current with emerging technologies, including AI-driven development approaches and industry best practices. **Your background** - Several years of experience in software development and engineering. - Strong programming skills in C++, C#, and the .NET Framework. - Hands-on experience with Visual Studio, Git, and Azure DevOps. - Experience developing software for Windows-based real-time or mission-critical environments. - Practical knowledge of unit testing frameworks and software quality assurance practices. - Experience with performance analysis and profiling in Windows environments. - Familiarity with software development in international and multi-site project environments. - An open mindset and willingness to learn new technologies and processes, including AI, cybersecurity, root cause analysis, and modern software engineering methods. - Strong communication and collaboration skills. - Fluency in English and Finnish; other language skills are considered an advantage.