Technical Innovation Lead

vor 2 Wochen


Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz WayRay Vollzeit

WayRay, a Swiss-based tech pioneer with subsidiaries in Spain, the US, and China, is revolutionizing the future of transparent surfaces. We're seeking a seasoned technical professional to join our team of experts and help bring our vision to life.

We value hard work and play, strong roots in R&D, curiosity, and hands-on experience. Our team members are passionate about deep tech and love taking on new challenges, pushing boundaries, and seeking innovative solutions.

About the Role

To strengthen our R&D team in Zurich, we're looking for a project manager with a strong technical background and a hands-on approach. The ideal candidate will oversee the technical aspects of multiple R&D projects, from proof-of-concept studies to component development, focusing on developing the next-generation augmented reality head-up display for the automotive market.

This role reports directly to our CTO and involves planning, creating concepts, and running projects from the definition phase to market launch in close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams of internal and external research scientists and engineers. Your technical expertise and experience in advanced optical systems will enable you to make significant contributions to solving technological challenges.

In addition to technical management, this position entails monitoring costs and schedules, analyzing and mitigating risks, and managing customer expectations. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of achieving significant results through the completion of R&D projects or industrialized products.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field (Engineering, Optical Science, Physics, or a similar field).
  • 5+ years of experience as a project manager.
  • 2+ years of experience as an engineer/scientist in optics or photonics.
  • 2+ years of experience in the automotive industry.
  • Literacy with Agile project management methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate cross-functional teams.

Bonus Points

  • Certified project manager (PMI or other project management training).
  • Proficient in spoken and written English (level C1). Additional languages (German, Russian, Spanish) are a plus.

What We Offer

  • A dynamic international work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development.
  • Challenging projects with cutting-edge technologies that drive innovation.
  • Competitive salary: CHF 120,000 - 150,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • Flexible working hours and relocation support.
  • Office location: Zurich, Switzerland.


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