Head Software Development Laboratory Weighing (f/m/d)

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Join METTLER TOLEDO as Head of Software Development in Nänikon! Lead a dynamic team in a collaborative work environment. Tasks Lead and develop a high-performing software team of 30 professionals. Define and execute software strategy across various platforms and technologies. Drive innovation in AI, cybersecurity, and next-gen software solutions. Skills Proven experience in software leadership and development. Strong technical vision and people leadership skills. Ability to foster collaboration and drive organizational change. About the job For Software Leaders who want to shape technology, teams, and strategyLaboratory Weighing (LabTec) is a global business area of METTLER TOLEDO. Our employees develop, manufacture, and market highly precise instruments that help customers maximize value in their demanding applications.At our global operational headquarters in Nänikon-Greifensee, we are seeking a dynamic and motivated professional to lead our Software Team as Head of Software Development Laboratory Weighing (f/m/d), 100%In this role you will lead a team of approximately 30 software professionals and become a key member of the R&D Leadership Team. You will combine technical vision, people leadership, and business impact while driving the next generation of software solutions for laboratory weighing technologies. What you'll be doing in detail:Lead and Inspire High-Performing TeamsLead and develop a software organization of ~30 professionals.Manage and empower Team Leaders, Architects, and Software Engineers.Foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and engineering excellence.Guide critical software projects and organizational transformations.Drive Software Strategy and ArchitectureDefine and execute the software strategy across embedded, Linux, PC, and service software.Drive scalable architectures, platforms, and development processes.Increase software reuse, accelerate innovation, and reduce complexity.Support compliance and certification through smart software design.Shape the Future of Software EngineeringOwn and evolve the Linux/Debian platform for future products.Advance development environments, CI/CD, test automation, and release processes.Strengthen engineering excellence through modern tools and practices.Lead Innovation in Emerging TechnologiesDefine and implement the AI strategy for software development.Establish best practices for AI-enabled engineering tools.Drive cybersecurity initiatives and CRA compliance.Build capabilities for next-generation software technologies.Collaborate Across FunctionsInfluence product roadmaps and strategic R&D decisions.Partner with Product Management, Hardware Engineering, Service, and Quality.Manage external development partners and suppliers.Represent software topics at leadership level.