Digital System Architect

Digital System Architects design, implement, and maintain Hitachi Energy Grid e-Motion eMobility's digital and software systems throughout their lifecycle. This multidisciplinary role encompasses control software, cybersecurity, system design & performance, and quality engineering. 

Roles and Responsibilities 

Technical Management 

• Develop digital products, software architectures and system products to meet business and technical requirements. 

• Maintain and refine software architecture and related subcomponents. 

• Monitor software performance and identify issues in performance, security, and quality. 

• Oversee technical aspects of software systems, system products and ensure alignment with stakeholders. 

• Stay updated on digital technologies, trends, and best practices. 

• Collaborate across teams for software development, product development and integration. 

Documentation 

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software systems. 

Safety, Security and Availability 

• Design and enhance cybersecurity measures and frameworks. 

• Design functional safety concepts for system products consisting of Software & Hardware 

• Design and enhance concepts for software measures and frameworks. 

• Implement monitoring and alerting systems to ensure optimal software performance. 

Performance Monitoring 

• Test application performance, identify bottlenecks, and collaborate with development teams on solutions. 

• Recommend tools, technologies, and processes to enhance software performance and efficiency. 

• Conduct regular system checks such as DFMEAs, performance KPI reviews, reliability analysis to ensure optimal performance & system effectiveness. 

• Optimize software configurations to maximize efficiency and reliability. 

Required Competencies 

• A Master's degree (MS) or higher in an Engineering domain. 

• Demonstrated working experience over several years in designing systems and technical management. 

• Strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to perform effectively under pressure. 

• Exceptional communication skills necessary for collaboration with team members, internal and external stakeholders, including vendors. A highly organized individual in terms of communication, documentation, and problem-solving. 

• A strong team player who is adept at leading technical discussions. 

• Capable of working independently and managing multiple tasks and projects efficiently. 

• Proficient in programming languages and architecture best practices relevant to application and system software. Familiarity and practical experience with the product, software, and hardware development lifecycle.