Applications Specialist

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2 Locations
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Senior level
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The Role
Support and optimize business applications across the application lifecycle: design, configuration, development, testing, deployment, and production support. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders, manage ServiceNow CMDB records, ensure governance and cybersecurity compliance, deliver user training, and drive continuous improvement in a global, multinational environment.
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Location:

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID:

R0138742

Date Posted:

2026-08-03

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Are you passionate about technology, innovation, and enabling business success through impactful IT solutions? Join Hitachi Energy's Transformers Business Solutions IT organization as an Applications Specialist and play a key role in driving digital excellence across a global business environment.

In this highly collaborative role, you'll combine technical expertise, business understanding, and problem-solving skills to support, enhance, and optimize critical business applications. From solution design and configuration to deployment, user enablement, and ongoing support, you'll help deliver reliable and scalable solutions that create real value for stakeholders around the world.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Working with global teams and business partners, you'll contribute to application lifecycle management, software development initiatives, governance activities, and continuous improvement efforts. You'll have the opportunity to influence solution outcomes, support digital transformation initiatives, and work with modern technologies and development platforms in a dynamic international environment.

If you enjoy solving complex challenges, collaborating across functions, and turning business needs into technology solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with a global leader shaping a more sustainable energy future.

How you'll make an impact

  • Identify, recommend, and implement application technologies and IT solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

  • Support application design, configuration, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing optimization.

  • Collaborate with architects, application managers, and business stakeholders to deliver effective technology solutions.

  • Manage and support the full application lifecycle, from requirements gathering through production deployment.

  • Provide application support and resolve issues to ensure reliable service delivery.

  • Deliver user training and enable adoption of new tools and processes.

  • Maintain and manage application records and data within ServiceNow CMDB.

  • Ensure compliance with application governance standards and cybersecurity requirements.

Your background

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in IT application management and service delivery within a multinational environment.

  • Experience working with global, virtual teams and diverse stakeholder groups.

  • Knowledge of one or more programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, VB.Net, or MSSQL.

  • Understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies and development platforms such as Azure DevOps.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities with the ability to connect technical solutions to business objectives.

More about us

  • Join a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.

  • Grow your career with access to international projects, continuous learning opportunities, and professional development programs.

  • Be part of an inclusive and supportive culture that values diverse perspectives, teamwork, and personal growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.


Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.


Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in IT application management and service delivery within a multinational environment.
  • Experience working with global, virtual teams and diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Knowledge of one or more programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, VB.Net, or MSSQL.
  • Understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies and development platforms such as Azure DevOps.
  • Experience with ServiceNow CMDB or managing application records within a CMDB.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities with ability to connect technical solutions to business objectives.
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The Company
HQ: Tokyo
33,676 Employees

What We Do

Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.

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