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R&D Product Owner

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

R&D Product Owner

Vaasa, Finland

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

We are looking for a R&D Product Owner at Hitachi Energy, Grid Automation business in Vaasa, Finland. In this role, you will be the important link between our Product Management and R&D. You will establish a linking role acting as the key interface to R&D agile development teams.

Your responsibilities

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  • Analysis of market requirements, specify the product features to be implemented
  • Work towards that the market requirement, i.e., How the market requirements are met.
  • Establish a holistic and consistency view of the product features
  • Involvement to end-to-end development of product features, together with the R&D teams
  • Acceptance of test cases, deliverables from the agile team
  • Identification of risks for product features

Your background

  • You hold Bachelor's or Master's in Computer science, Electrical/Electronics or similar fields of engineering.
  • Experience in information technology, information security or communication networks
  • A self-motivated, structured and results-oriented approach, with good time management skills and a drive to succeed
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English
  • Self-driven and persistent attitude towards challenges. You work actively and professionally both independently and as a part of a team.
  • Good grasp of different web-based technologies is seen as an advantage
  • Expertise of power process application domain will be a benefit

Ready for a new exciting challenge? Apply for the position by October 20, 2024. We will initiate interviews as candidates apply and position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

For more information about this role, please contact Marko Viitala, Global R&D Manager, tel. +358 50 334 3971.

More about us

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world's energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

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Client-provided location(s): Vaasa, Finland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-99993
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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