IT Application Specialist

Are you an experienced IT professional with a passion for reliable application services and continuous improvement? We are looking for an IT Application Specialist to support and develop business-critical applications in a manufacturing environment. In this role, you will ensure safe, stable and efficient application services for the site(s) in scope and act as a trusted partner for business stakeholders. You will work closely with local business teams, OT, IT colleagues and external service providers to support daily operations and drive improvements through standardization, automation and development initiatives. Your key responsibilities Manage the lifecycle of software applications, including implementation, maintenance, upgrades and retirement; Support end-users, resolve incidents and maintain high-quality documentation and tickets in ITSM tools; Configure and customize applications to meet manufacturing business needs; Collaborate with IT, OT, vendors and business stakeholders to ensure smooth integrations and data flows; Support application testing, deployment and validation activities; Ensure applications comply with IT security policies and relevant regulations; Identify opportunities to improve processes and application functionality; Provide training and guidance to users on application features and best practices. Requirements B.Sc. in Information Systems, IT or equivalent industry experience; Several years of experience in IT application support, preferably in a manufacturing environment; Experience with ERP and/or MES systems; Intermediate skills in server operating systems and cloud technologies; Intermediate skills in database administration (Oracle, MS SQL or MySQL); Basic programming skills (e.g., Java, Python, C/C++, .NET, COBOL); Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills; Fluency in Finnish and English. If you enjoy working close to business operations and want to contribute to reliable, secure and continuously improving IT services, we would like to hear from you. To apply, submit your CV and cover letter in English by 20 September 2026. The selected candidate will undergo security clearance vetting and health check.