R&D Team Manager – Software and Firmware

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation
We are looking for a R&D Team Manager to strengthen our team in HVDC, a business unit within Hitachi ABB Power Grids. In this role you will lead a diverse group of software developers working in a dynamic environment, striving towards quality and on time delivery, while keeping safety and integrity in mind.
Your responsibilities
Developing and driving continuous improvement activities to optimize processes, policies, procedures and team effectiveness.
Guiding, motivating, coaching and developing the skills, knowledge and competencies of the team.
Working closely with customers to shape and deliver technical solutions and utilizing feedback to drive the delivery of innovative improvements and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
Building, developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external (customers, universities, etc.) contacts.
Contribute in ensuring that the cross functional teams are adequately resourced, developed and equipped to meet business needs.
Budget responsibility and taking ownership of managing business performance against agreed-upon financial targets and constraints.
Living Hitachi ABB Power Grids core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
You will have responsibilities in the Product Care area and in addition to the manager role, you will also be an active part in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) as an Epic Owner for Product Care.

Your background
The successful candidate should have a M.Sc. or a B.Sc. in Engineering, preferably with software focus.
You have most likely worked as a Software Line Manager or Project Manager before, in projects with high complexity.
Knowledge and experience in SW development, and preferably within integration, configuration and release management.
Experience from working in an agile organization, preferably SAFe.
Strong commitment towards safe work practices and dedication to following all relevant workplace safety guidelines.
A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and desire to learn about new technologies.
Proven leadership skills, with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.

More about us
Ready for a new exciting challenge? Welcome with your application by 30th of October.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Johan Warholm, +46 107-38 72 48, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Torbjörn Wilund, +46 107-38 25 73, Unionen: Stefan Barkman +46 107-38 33 04, Ledarna: Christer Fridlund +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Hanna Kontsu, +46 107-38 53 25.
Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 36,000 people in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centers. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi ABB Power Grids balances social, environmental and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. www.hitachiabb-powergrids.com