Hitachi Rail GTS Australia Pty Ltd – Sydney NSW
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.
Job Description:
Senior Software Configuration Lead
Hitachi Rail Australia is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Configuration Lead to support major rail programs across NSW, including Sydney Metro West and future national projects.
This long-term role will drive technical leadership in software configuration, cloud-native development, and deployment of Hitachi's Alvea platform and associated business applications.
About the role
In this key technical position, you will lead software configuration, integration, and deployment activities across complex rail programs.
You'll work closely with engineering, product, and delivery teams to ensure smooth implementation, minimise reliance on overseas product teams, and help build long-term capability within Australia.
What you'll do
Lead software configuration for the Alvea platform and related applications
Support delivery for Sydney Metro West and future projects
Provide expertise across software architecture, DevOps,



configuration frameworks and cloud-based solutions
Oversee CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and version control
Troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple systems
Collaborate with local and global teams to ensure consistent technical delivery
Contribute to system design, UX considerations, and continuous improvement initiatives
What you'll need
Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
Expertise in software configuration, software architecture & DevOps
Proficiency in multiple programming languages
Knowledge of RabbitMQ or similar message brokers
Strong understanding of protocols such as OPC-UA, SNMP, Modbus TCP
Experience with cloud-native software development and deployment
Basic knowledge of containerisation technologies
Strong knowledge of CI/CD techniques and version control systems
Cloud technology knowledge
Understanding of UX and Design Thinking principles
Excellent problem-solving skills
Highly desirable:Prior experience with Hitachi software configuration
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 setting - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 Senior Software Configuration Lead (New South Wales)
🏢 Hitachi Rail GTS Australia
📍 New South Wales