Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership and Architecture Governance (30%)
- Define and drive the overall software architecture for the ProdX platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security across cloud, edge, and on-premise components.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to software developers, fostering a culture of engineering excellence and continuous learning.
- Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and architectural best practices within the POPI R&D software team; lead design reviews and technical decision-making.
- ProdX Platform Development and Innovation (30%)
- Lead the design and evolution of ProdX core modules, including device data acquisition, real-time stream processing, compliance logging, analytics, and reporting.
- Drive innovation by evaluating and integrating emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML, LLM-based diagnostics, edge computing) into the ProdX product roadmap.
- Collaborate with global R&D and product teams to align platform capabilities with market needs, ensuring scalability and adaptability for food, pharmaceutical, and other regulated industries.
- Cloud-Edge Architecture and System Integration (20%)
- Architect seamless integration between the ProdX cloud platform and on-premise inspection devices (X-ray, checkweighers, metal detectors), ensuring efficient and resilient data flow.
- Oversee the development of APIs, communication protocols (e.g., OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus), and interfaces that enable interoperability between software and hardware components.
- Ensure robust system performance under varying network conditions, addressing challenges such as offline operation, data loss prevention, and latency optimization.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance (10%)
- Lead the design of compliance architecture to meet global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 11, OIML, ISO), including audit trails, electronic signatures, and data integrity.
- Establish quality assurance processes for software deliverables, ensuring robust product performance and reliability throughout the SDLC.
- Support certification efforts and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders for regulatory approvals and audits.
- Strategic Planning and Technology Roadmap (10%)
- Define and iterate the technology roadmap for ProdX, aligning software advancements with long-term company objectives and industry trends.
- Lead transformative initiatives to enhance R&D efficiency, integrating best practices in DevOps, CI/CD, and automated testing.
- Promote a culture of agility, innovation, and accountability within the POPI R&D software team.
What You Need to Succeed
- Education:
- Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and exceptional relevant experience may be considered.
- Professional Skills:
- Deep expertise in distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud-native technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, message queues, event streaming).
- Proficiency in software development languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python) and frameworks for building enterprise-scale applications.
- Experience with Industrial IoT (IIoT) protocols and edge computing; familiarity with hardware interfaces is a plus.
- Strong understanding of data management, including relational databases, time-series databases, and data pipeline design.
- Knowledge of global regulatory standards for software compliance (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5) is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) to enhance team productivity.
- Competencies:
- Decision-Making: Ability to make informed technical and strategic decisions, balancing short-term delivery with long-term architectural sustainability.
- Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts and foster collaboration across software, hardware, and product disciplines.
- Global Communication: Fluent in English, with experience working in multinational environments.
- Adaptability: High learning agility to embrace new technologies and methodologies, driving team innovation.
Our Offer to You
- Competitive compensation & benefit package
- Possibility to work in an international environment with multicultural team
- Interesting and challenging career in a successful leading global organization
- Trainings and professional development
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our teams in terms of business background, area of expertise, gender and ethnicity. For more information on our commitment to Sustainability, Diversity and Equal Opportunity please visit us here
For those who prioritize precision, Mettler Toledo is precisely where you belong.
Job Reference #
23100
Preferred Location
Jiangsu
Changzhou
Job Type
Full-time
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