VP, Head System Solutions R&D
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Tecan Trading AG
VP, Head System Solutions R&D
Ever wondered how your skills and unique background could impact the world of tomorrow? Join our R&D team and bring your passion and talent to work.
VP, Head System Solutions R&D (80-
100%)
Männedorf, Zürich
Your contribution
In this pivotal leadership role, you will drive the strategic direction of System Solutions R&D for Tecan's complex life sciences and medical technology portfolio. You will shape the system architecture vision, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and ensure the integrity and excellence of our products across hardware, software, applications, automation, and regulated workflows. From concept to market launch and lifecycle management, you will be the senior leader ensuring our solutions are safe, effective, and ready for the world.
Responsibilities
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Provide strategic leadership for the System Solutions R&D function, setting vision and direction for systems engineering, architecture, integration, and application science.
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Own and maintain the system architecture, strategy, and technology roadmap across the product portfolio.
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Set standards for requirements engineering, interface management, and system integration across multidisciplinary teams.
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Partner with PMO, Product Management, Marketing, and Business Leaders to shape portfolio strategy and define product roadmaps.
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Lead early-stage technical due diligence, feasibility assessments, and risk evaluations for investment decisions.
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Champion best practices in design controls, risk management, verification, and validation.
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Provide executive technical oversight for integration, system verification, and release readiness decisions.
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Build and grow technical leadership within the function, including hiring, performance management, and talent development.
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Foster strong partnerships across functions and represent System Solutions in executive reviews and governance forums.
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Promote a culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence, and innovation.
Your background
We're not just looking for hard skills: We're looking for people who bring their passion and talent to work.
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Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline; Master's degree preferred.
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Advanced business education or a business degree is a nice to have.
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15+ years of progressive parcours professionnel in systems engineering, product development, and innovation within life sciences, diagnostics, medical devices, or other highly regulated industries.
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Proven success leading system architecture and cross-functional technical execution for complex multidisciplinary products.
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Strong track record of building and leading high-performing teams in global, matrixed organizations.
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Demonstrated senior leadership experience in building and developing multidisciplinary R&D organizations.
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Skilled at coaching, mentoring, and developing technical leaders within the organization.
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Comfortable leading across geographies and cultures, promoting diversity and inclusion.
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Excellent communication and influencing skills in English; additional languages are an advantage.
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Expertise with digital/data-driven products or AI-assisted workflows is a plus.
W
hat makes working at Tecan unique
The chance to make it count and to have an impact on the world of tomorrow
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Working in an international and diverse environment
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The chance to grow your career within the company
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Feel empowered by our strong and unique company culture
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Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
Join Tecan, a great place to work!
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We're looking forward to receiving your application online. Please submit your CV or resume (w/o picture and w/o cover letter, reference letters and diplomas are optional).
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🏢 À propos de l'entreprise
Entreprise dans le secteur Technique médicale