About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in. Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid) The Software Engineering Manager manages and coordinates all activities associated with a work package, within a technical context linked with software activities. He/she supervises and directs the duties of staff members assigned to them, including the coordination of activities/time and delegation of workload. He/she also ensures that work performed by him/her and his/her assigned staff meets overall product/project requirements, consistent with the standards of Hitachi Rail signaling solutions. Key Responsibilities Plans, coordinates and monitors the performance of the work, identifies and manages risks during through the full Work Package lifecycle until the closure. Ensures compliance with commitments relating to his/her Work Package (costs, deadlines, quality) in accordance with project plans and objectives. Manages and coordinates internal teams performing a work package. Liaises with the Solution Engineering Manager for all aspects relating to his/her work package. Conducts all work package activities (including those relating to risks and opportunities) to reach completion of the project. Defines the Sw development lifecycle and tailors the Sw Engineering Environment. Writes the Software Development Plan Ensures that the software structure is defined & maintained for the entire lifecycle of the project/product. Ensures that the software team adheres to in-scope standards, software reuse policy and software development plans. Provides leadership and motivation to staff. Acts as a mentor to assigned staff. Provides input to manage and evaluate employee's performance. Prepares and implements low level plans, schedules and budgets and reports status. Assists the Manager Software Engineering on staffing plans and in adherence to capital and expense budgets. Works in conjunction with the Manager Software Engineering to ensure all recommendations (such as training, tools, etc.) adhere to an overall departmental budget. Contributes to specifications, design code, debug, write test procedures and tests software code, chair design reviews. Contributes to review code, test procedures and test results. Contributes to analyze and implement corrections for defect reports. Provides cost estimates for software during the bid process. Provides risks and the value associated with the risks during the software for a particular bid. Preparation of the Work Package Agreements Management and Maintenance of the Work Packages Required Skills and Experience University degree in Computer sciences, Engineering or a closely related field. Minimum 8 years relevant working experience Strong understanding of work package management concepts and risk management Experience handling small software development teams Deep understanding of project management principles (ideally achieved through managing projects for multiple years or through a PMP or equivalent designation) Practical experience creating and executing complex test plans and procedures Ability to manage projects within budget/schedule in a challenging environment Software development experience in programming languages used in the area of control such as C, C++, C-Sharp, Java etc. Practical experience using typical programs which are part of Microsoft Office Suite Practical experience using scheduling and budgeting applications such as Primivera, Microsoft Proejct etc. Practical experience with source control, IDE and requirements management tools (e.g Eclipse, Jira, Git, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Doors, etc) Knowledgeable of SelTrac CBTC signaling systems Working knowledge of modern software engineering practices, methods and tools (including but not limited to international Railway standards) Fluent English language Preferred Skills and Experience Professional Engineer (PENG), Project Management Professional (PMP) Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers. At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail. #LI-MA2 Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.
