(1) Program & Transformation Management

• Lead the planning and execution of large-scale COE transformation initiatives across multiple regions and functions.

• Drive end-to-end program management, including: initiative planning, cross-functional alignment, milestone tracking, risk management, launch readiness, post-launch hypercare stabilization

• Ensure successful delivery of initiatives such as: footprint management across COE and BPO teams, operational harmonization across regions, large-scale process transitions and team migrations.

• Drive accountability across stakeholders to ensure timelines, deliverables, and operational outcomes are met.

(2) Operational Design & Process Standardization

• Support the design and implementation of scalable operational frameworks and standardized processes across the COE.

• Work with operational leaders to: identify inefficiencies or operational gaps, define improved operating models, implement governance structures.

• Ensure new processes are operationally viable, scalable, and aligned with regional operational needs.

(3) Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Management

• Act as a key coordination point across multiple operational functions, including Operations, Workforce Management, Product, OPEX, Training, and BPO partners.

• Facilitate alignment across stakeholders to: resolve operational blockers, drive decision making, ensure consistent execution across teams and regions.

• Communicate program updates, risks, and outcomes clearly to leadership and key stakeholders.

(4) Performance Monitoring & Operational Insights

• Track and analyze operational performance during and after transformation initiatives.

• Use insights to identify improvement opportunities and support data-driven decision making.

(5) Change Management & Launch Readiness

• Support the successful rollout of new operational models by ensuring strong change management and launch readiness.

• Coordinate with relevant teams on: communications planning, operational readiness, training alignment, stakeholder enablement.

• Ensure teams are well prepared to adopt new processes and operating models.

• Ensure transparency and alignment across large-scale transformation initiatives.

About EPOS

Backed by Ant International (a global leader in digital payments, digitisation, and financial technology solutions), EPOS is a leading Point-of-Sale (POS) digital solutions provider.

Supporting Ant International's mission to empower SMEs, EPOS serves as the central hub of its global merchant payment services provider, Antom, delivering integrated O2O digital, payment, and banking solutions to SMEs worldwide—empowering Every Point Of Success in their business growth.

With a growing presence across Southeast Asia, we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and driven teams. Be part of our journey as we expand to create meaningful, impactful changes for businesses around the world.

About the Role

EPOS is looking for a Hardware Product Lifecycle Manager to lead the end-to-end lifecycle of our hardware solutions, from product ideation and development through launch, optimisation, and eventual retirement. This role is critical in ensuring our POS/payment hardware ecosystem remains competitive, reliable, and scalable across Southeast Asia markets.

You will work closely with Product, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, and external vendors to deliver high-quality hardware products that meet merchant needs and business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Own the lifecycle strategy for EPOS hardware products, including terminals, peripherals, and merchant devices.
• Define product roadmap based on market trends, merchant feedback, business priorities, and competitor analysis.
• Build business cases for new hardware opportunities, upgrades, or cost optimisation initiatives.

Product Development & Delivery

• Translate business and merchant needs into clear product requirements and technical specifications.
• Partner with Engineering, Design, and QA teams to manage prototype development, testing, and validation.
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) process from concept to commercial launch.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management

• Work closely with OEM/ODM partners, manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure timely production and quality delivery.
• Manage component sourcing, cost control, inventory planning, and supply continuity.
• Identify and mitigate risks such as shortages, delays, quality issues, or supplier dependency.

Product Launch & Commercialisation

• Lead hardware product launches across key markets, ensuring operational readiness and go-to-market alignment.
• Support Sales and Operations teams with product training, positioning, pricing inputs, and deployment readiness.
• Monitor launch performance and merchant adoption metrics.

Lifecycle Optimisation & Portfolio Management

• Track product performance across cost, reliability, usage, merchant satisfaction, and profitability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for hardware quality, usability, and supportability.
• Plan product refresh cycles, end-of-life transitions, and replacement strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in hardware product management, product lifecycle management, or hardware operations.
• Experience with POS devices, payment terminals, IoT devices, retail hardware, or consumer electronics is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain operations.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong commercial mindset with ability to balance user needs, quality, speed, and cost.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Mandarin is a plus for regional supplier coordination.

1. Product Lead overseeing Media programs from qualification through mass production and end-of-life. Primary interface between internal cross-functional teams and external customers to deliver on-time product launches and production ramp readiness.
2. Leads new and iteration program qualifications, ensuring critical product parameters, specifications, and documentation are fully defined to support smooth qualification builds and volume ramps. Applies data-driven KPIV/KPOV analysis to improve process control, yield, and product margin.
3. Manages programs, including engineering sample logistics, shipment execution, head/media pairing, and supply planning to achieve optimal HDD yield. Drives continuous improvement initiatives with internal stakeholders and external partners (HDD) to ensure sustained product quality, margin, and operational excellence.

Application instructions:

Interested applicants, please apply for this job at this link: https://grnh.se/qh7f2zge2us

Responsibilities

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Front End Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building and optimizing complex UI for modern integration platform using advanced JavaScript, HTML and CSS technologies. You will work with product, design and back-end teams to build innovative features. In this role, you will also be responsible to:

• Build efficient and reusable front-end components

• Collaborate with Product Managers and Experience Designers to iterate on the design and implementation of our product

• Identify and resolve performance issues.

• Solve non-trivial coding and architecture problems with simple and innovative solutions

• Take ownership of a project or feature

• Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle

Requirements

Qualifications / Experience / Technical Skills

• 5+ years of experience in front-end focused Software Development

• A degree in Computer Science or equivalent academic background

• Experience with Angular

• Advanced level knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, and HTML

• Experience in building responsive web interfaces using the latest HTML and CSS technologies

• Good understanding of how browsers and DOM work

• Familiar with web security, SEO and accessibility

• Familiar with browser performance optimizations

• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations

• Experience delivering large-scale web applications

• Knowledge of QA automation processes and tools (Jasmine, Mocha, Selenium & etc)

• Experience with TypeScript, or a desire to learn about it

• Fluency with the Unix command line interface

• Contributions to open source projects

Soft Skills / Personal Characteristics

• Keen eye for design details and a strong sense of good UX.

• Willing to go the extra mile to do things right and fast

• Completing and reviewing work assignments and adjusting workload and resources periodically with the team.
• Mentoring and cross-training staff with a standardized training program and documentation.
• Implementing required quality management systems to ensure customer work scope, results, and team performance meet approved SOPs and organization's safety and quality requirements.
• Participating in cost, quality, and efficiency improvement initiatives driven by the Team Lead.
• Coordinating and ensuring timely calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Maintaining good laboratory housekeeping with the team.

Requirements:

• Min Diploma in Applied Chemistry/Perfumery and Cosmetic Sciences/ChemicalEngineering.
• Some lab exp in chemistry / Fragrance lab

Interested candidates, please forward your resume to jalenetan@recruitexpress.com.sgmailto:jalenetan@recruitexpress.com.sg

Consultant: Jalene Tan (R26160390)
Recruit Express Pte Ltd (99C4599)

Junior Managers Program is a program designed to groom potential future management staffs who is able to contribute to the success of the company. This is an 18 to 24 months program which you will be assigned to different functions within the organization or complete requires assignments in your functional area which could include one assignment abroad. This will give you the breadth of experience and exposure to help you move into the management role in mid to long term within the assigned division.

What’s in store for you:

• Systematically develop your leadership and decision-making skills through multifaceted involvement in projects as well as in day-to-day business;
• Benefit from the in-depth guidance of an experienced mentor and senior executives, including regular feedback; and
• Gain international experience during an assignment abroad.

The Technical Manager (SCADA) is responsible for providing overall technical leadership and governance for SCADA systems in MRT / rail projects, from system concept and design through integration, testing, commissioning, and handover. This role ensures technical integrity, compliance with rail standards, and effective coordination across engineering teams, vendors, and customers, while supporting successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Governance

• Lead and oversee the technical design, architecture, and integration of SCADA systems for MRT projects.
• Act as the technical authority for SCADA, PLC, and related control systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications, rail standards, and safety requirements.
• Review, approve, and manage engineering deliverables including system architecture, interface designs, drawings, software designs, and technical documentation.
• Define and enforce technical standards, best practices, and QA/QC processes across the project lifecycle.

System Design, Integration & Delivery

• Oversee the implementation of SCADA/PLC systems from conceptual design through programming, integration, testing, and commissioning.
• Manage and coordinate hardware and software integration, including system interfaces with other railway subsystems (e.g. signaling, power, OCC, depot systems).
• Supervise Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning activities at factory and site locations.
• Ensure robust change management for application software, configurations, hardware deployment, and system upgrades.

Stakeholder & Project Interface

• Interface closely with customers, consultants, project managers, and internal teams on all technical matters.
• Support technical discussions, design reviews, technical workshops, and issue resolutions with clients and authorities.
• Provide clear technical input to support project planning, risk management, and problem resolution.
• Prepare and review technical reports, presentations, and compliance documentation.

Team Management & Capability Development

• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and supervision to project engineers and engineering teams.
• Allocate and coordinate technical resources to meet project milestones and quality objectives.
• Drive knowledge sharing, lessons learned, and continuous improvement within the SCADA engineering team.

Troubleshooting & Risk Management

• Lead complex system troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of critical technical issues.
• Identify technical risks early and define mitigation strategies to minimize impact to schedule, cost, and system performance.
• Support maintenance, defect rectification, and system stabilization activities where required.

Ideally, you should possess

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronic Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in PLC/SCADA systems, with significant exposure to railway or MRT projects.
• Proven experience in technical leadership or lead engineer roles for large, complex SCADA or control systems.
• Strong knowledge of PLC/SCADA architectures, system integration, and interfaces in mission‑critical environments.
• Experience with PLC programming and safety‑critical system requirements.
• Proficient in Siemens and Schneider PLC platforms.
• Strong ability to read, review, and interpret electrical schematics, system architecture diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and lead technical teams effectively.
• SCADA System Architecture & Integration
• Technical Authority & Design Governance
• Rail/MRT Systems Knowledge
• PLC & Safety PLC Expertise
• Testing, Commissioning & Assurance
• Technical Risk & Change Management
• Team Leadership & Mentoring

The Program Manager will lead the technical and operational readiness for a new manufacturing facility, driving equipment installation, process setup, qualification, and production ramp. This role ensures the factory achieves safe, efficient, and high-quality output through strong cross-functional coordination and engineering leadership.

Key Responsibilities

1. Factory Start-Up & Ramp Execution
• Lead end-to-end engineering activities for new factory setup (facility readiness, equipment installation, and commissioning)
• Drive qualification processes  to ensure production readiness
• Establish and execute ramp plan to meet output, yield, and quality targets
• Identify and mitigate technical risks during start-up phase

2. Process & Equipment Engineering
• Define, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes
• Oversee equipment selection, installation, calibration, and validation
• Ensure process capability (CPK), cycle time, and efficiency targets are achieved
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and yield

3. Cross-Functional Coordination
• Act as primary engineering interface with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, and EHS
• Align timelines and deliverables across teams to meet ramp milestones
• Support supplier engagement and technical issue resolution

4. Team Leadership & Capability Building
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing engineering team
• Define roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations
• Coach engineers on problem-solving, root cause analysis, and technical skills
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and collaboration

5. Quality & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Support audits and ensure documentation readiness

6. Safety & Risk Management
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to EHS requirements
• Conduct risk assessments for new processes and equipment
• Ensure safe startup and operation of all systems

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Key Deliverables / KPIs
• On-time factory readiness and successful production ramp
• Yield, throughput, and cycle time targets achieved
• Equipment uptime and process capability metrics
• Zero major safety incidents
• Team capability development and retention

SimplifyNext is a next-generation consulting and technology firm specializing in Hyperautomation, AI, and Next-Gen Applications. We help organizations transform by scaling automation, embedding AI into core processes, and delivering intelligent, data-driven digital solutions.

Our portfolio spans ASEAN and global clients across industries, where we’ve successfully driven large-scale automation, low-code modernization, and AI initiatives. Recognized as one of Singapore’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies 2024 (Straits Times & Statista) and High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2024 (Financial Times & Statista), we are proud of our track record in building transformation journeys that last.

We partner with leading platforms and vendors including ServiceNow, UiPath, OutSystems, Salesforce, Microsoft, AWS, and more, and we continue to invest in building Centres of Excellence, enablement programs, and Citizen Developer initiatives to empower our clients.

As a Technology Manager, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-impact digital transformation projects for our clients. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage end-to-end project lifecycles, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients. Beyond delivery, you will also play an active role in business development, shaping opportunities, building long-term client relationships, and contributing to the strategic growth of SimplifyNext.

Work you’ll do

• Work with customer sponsors and project managers to help scale AI and automation, making a real difference to their business & their employees.
• Stay at the forefront of new capability releases from key vendors & partners we work with.
• Build long-term relationship with our customers.
• Increase sales/revenue at client under management through different channels including:
  • Working closely with Sales team on pre-sales activities such as customer presentations, process discovery workshops, prepare proposals, etc.
  • Managing standard project management activities around scope, timeline, quality, resource, and budget across multiple projects at the clients under management.
  • Building customer relationships and making your Customer stakeholders successful by ensuring that projects are delivering the value expected and that maintenance (where applicable) is up to expectations
• Be a strong business operator – managing the project P&L, meeting financial targets
• Lead & build Community of Practices.
• Be closely involved in performance appraisals and defining development/training plans.
• Be responsible for cultivating a positive, inclusive culture at SimplifyNext.
• Build long-term relationship with our customers.
• Act as Career Counsellor for Consultants, Assistant Managers etc.

Qualifications Preferred

• At least 10 years at a consulting or a technology organization for Senior Manager.
• Proven track record in delivering projects in the area of Automation & Analytics.
• Certifications in the one or more of the technology products - ServiceNow, OutSystems, Microsoft Power Platform, UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, Azure/AWS Cloud and ML Services, etc.
• Excellent communications & inter-personal skills with the passion to deliver quality work.
• Strong logical approach & problem-solving skills.
• Nice to have: Project Management certification such as PMP or PRINCE2.

Please read our Data Protection Notice: https://get.simplifynext.com/Data+Protection+Notice.pdf

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operation, maintenance, reliability, andcontinuous improvement of security systems in the data centre environment,including CCTV, access control, intrusion alarm, intercom, visitor management,and associated monitoring platforms etc
• Develop and implement Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM)schedules for security systems and ensure all activities are carried out inaccordance with manufacturers’ recommendations, site security procedures,workplace safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Lead fault response, troubleshooting, and recovery forcritical security system failures with timely escalation during criticalincidents.
• Review system health, asset condition, lifecycle risks,firmware/software support status, and obsolescence concerns, and recommendrepair, replacement, upgrade, or migration plans to maintain system integrityand resilience.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure securitysystem works are executed without compromising site operations, uptime, safety,or compliance.
• Plan and manage installation, expansion, upgrading, andA&A works for security systems, including design review, technicalsubmittals, testing and commissioning, method statements, MOPs, and as-builtdocumentation.
• Work closely with vendors and contractors on specialistmaintenance, breakdown rectification, software support, spare strategy,warranty claims, and service performance, ensuring timely response andcompliance with SLA/KPI requirements.
• Prepare incident reports, technical findings, root causeanalysis, and corrective action plans for security-related faults, systemoutages, unauthorized access events, and operational deviations.
• Manage inventory of critical spares, consumables, tools,licenses, and support subscriptions required for continuous operation of thesecurity systems in a mission-critical environment.
• Participate in audits, client reviews, emergency drills, andsite inspections, ensuring security systems and related work activities complywith data centre house rules, permit-to-work requirements, cybersecuritycontrols, and the highest prevailing market standards for safety andoperational discipline.
• Supervise security system technicians and service partnersonsite, ensuring work quality, documentation, housekeeping, safe workpractices, and adherence to approved RAMS, PTW, LOTO, and site accessrequirements.
• Provide 24/7 technical support and leadership during majorincidents affecting physical security systems that may impact site operations,regulatory compliance, or customer confidence.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical Electronic Engineering/Mechatronics, with at least 3 years of relevant experience in security systems,preferably in data centre, critical facility, or high-security environment.
• Strong understanding of CCTV, access control, intrusionalarm, structured cabling, controller architecture, software configuration, andintegration with network or building systems.
• Able to interpret drawings, single-line schematics, devicelayout plans, cause-and-effect logic, technical manuals, and method statementswith high level of accuracy and attention to detail in execution anddocumentation.
• Familiarity with data centre operational discipline, criticalenvironment change control, incident escalation, and service continuityexpectations.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements, permit-to-workcontrol, work at height, lock out/tag out, and safe execution in liveoperational environments.
• Certificationin workplace safety (eg. WSQ, WSH) and security-system-related training will be an advantage.

• Completing and reviewing work assignments and adjusting workload and resources periodically with the team.
• Mentoring and cross-training staff with a standardized training program and documentation.
• Implementing required quality management systems to ensure customer work scope, results, and team performance meet approved SOPs and organization's safety and quality requirements.
• Participating in cost, quality, and efficiency improvement initiatives driven by the Team Lead.
• Coordinating and ensuring timely calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Maintaining good laboratory housekeeping with the team.

Requirements:

• Min Diploma in Applied Chemistry/Perfumery and Cosmetic Sciences/ChemicalEngineering.
• Some lab exp in chemistry / Fragrance lab

Interested candidates, please forward your resume to jalenetan@recruitexpress.com.sgmailto:jalenetan@recruitexpress.com.sg

Consultant: Jalene Tan (R26160390)
Recruit Express Pte Ltd (99C4599)

• Examining and solving production problems associated with the Oracle platform.
• Addressing customer-reported technical problems.
• Creating codes to confirm the proper functioning of connections.
• Conducting data transfers and managing third-party connections.
• Designing and developing distributed applications using Oracle platform
• Writing efficient, scalable, and reliable code in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or COBOL to implement application logic
• Setting up and managing the Oracle environment involves configuring application servers, resource management, and performance optimization.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, system administrators, and database administrators, to gather requirements, design application architecture, and ensure seamless integration
• Developing and maintaining documentation for applications, including code comments, technical specifications, and system configurations
• Performing unit testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure the applications meet functional and performance requirements
• Conducting performance tuning and optimization of Oracle applications
• Keeping up to date with the latest Oracle platform updates, technologies, and best practices in distributed application development, RTPM
• Providing technical support and guidance to other team members and stakeholders
• Participating in code reviews and ensuring adherence to coding standards and software development best practices
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience in developing distributed applications using Oracle
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or COBOL
• Familiarity with middleware concepts, distributed computing, and service-oriented architecture (SOA)
• Experience in performance tuning and optimization of Oracle applications
• Knowledge of database systems and SQL
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment

• Develops, implements, and maintains technical quality assurance and control systems and activities.
• Defines and specifies the implementation of standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, accuracy, and reliability of the construction and future operation management.
• Participates in the reviewing of engineering designs to contribute quality requirements and considerations.
• Assists construction support areas in gathering and analyzing data.
• Demonstrable experience in the managing of multi-disciplined semiconductor projects and/or other relevant industries is strongly preferred.
• Implement construction quality management in construction activities.
• Collaborate with core team to perform the audits to validate and confirm Contractors’ QA/QC (Quality Assurance and Quality Control) activities.
• Focal Point for specific discipline, excellent familiarity with the project scope and drawings.
• Review and follow up the Contractors’ QA/QC plans and relevant Quality Documentation and verify execution is done per latest and updated IFC.
• Review and follow up the Contractors’ Quality records.
• Issues and tracks NCR (Non-Conformance Record) items till closure.
• Supports and coordinates Mock-ups.
• Escalation path for relevant Lead Project Manager.
• Performs incremental checks to validate and confirm Contractors’ installations.
• Attend mutual QC walk down with Owners.
• Supports Design Verification (DV) Process and start-up and commissioning quality issues.
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving program. Tracking defect rectification and closure in time.
• Perform Quality training for Subcontractors.
• Summarize and categorize all kinds of Quality inspection statistic data and list down for supervision, analysis and outcome report for improvement and recovery.

About ST Engineering

ST Engineering is a global technology, defence, and engineering group with offices across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S., serving customers in more than 100 countries. The Group uses technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives through its diverse portfolio of businesses across the aerospace, smart city, defence, and public security segments. Headquartered in Singapore, ST Engineering ranks among the largest companies listed on the Singapore Exchange.

Our history spans more than 50 years, and our strategy is underpinned by our core values – Integrity, Value Creation, Courage, Commitment and Compassion. These 5 core values guide every aspect of our business and are embedded in our ST Engineering culture – from the people we hire, to working with each other, to our partners and customers.

About our Line of Business – Cloud & Data Centre Solutions

ST Engineering Cloud and Data Centre Solutions Pte Ltd provides all aspects of cloud management, services, and solutions, from initial setup and migration to ongoing operations and optimization. Services include engineering works to design, build and provide facility management service for mission critical environments such data centers, disaster recovery, and business continuity sites.

Together, We Can Make A Significant Impact

As a Technology Strategist in the CTO Office at Cloud and Data Centre Solutions (CDCS), you will report directly to the CTO, CDCS to play a strategic and cross-functional role in shaping the future of cloud capabilities within the business unit. You will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies that align with CDCS’s vision of becoming a cloud and AI powerhouse.

Be Part of Our Success

Research and Development

• Continuously scan the market for bleeding-edge cloud technologies.
• Engage and stay up to date with key technology partners (e.g., AWS, Google, Oracle, Microsoft, Elastic, RedHat) on developments in their technology stack.
• Collaborate with professional services, presales, and managed services teams to assess the applicability of new technologies across CDCS.
• Shortlist and recommend technologies to develop into Proof of Concepts (POCs).
• Lead POC and R&D projects to completion, evaluating their adoption within business units.
• Drive the adoption of viable technologies across CDCS and its customer base.

Change Management and Capabilities Development

• Be the change agent driving the digital transformation of CDCS into an AI and cloud powerhouse.
• Develop, track and plan the overall capabilities development of CDCS, aligning with long-term strategic goals.
• Document staff capabilities, including tracking certifications and competencies across various cloud technologies to ensure alignment with organizational goals and partner requirements.
• Leverage partner programs for training, certifications, and rebates to enhance team competencies.
• Plan and manage resource allocation, including considerations for outsourcing and partner collaboration.

Stakeholder Communication and Reporting

• Prepare strategic presentations and reports for senior management, highlighting progress, partnerships, financial plans, and technology direction.
• Track and report on cost savings, training progress, and certification achievements.

Qualities We Value

• Minimum 2 years of experience in cloud technology (AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle, GCC).
• Experience working in the corporate arm of an organisation, with the ability to work with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proactive and analytical mindset.
• Experience in evaluating and implementing emerging technologies, managing vendor relationships, and driving change management initiatives.
• Familiarity with AI, data platforms, digital transformation, enterprise architecture, cloud governance, and innovation management.
• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) are advantageous.

Our Commitment That Goes Beyond the Norm

• An environment where you will be working on cutting-edge technologies and architectures.
• Safe space where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone’s unique contributions are celebrated.
• Meaningful work and projects that make a difference in people’s lives.
• A fun, passionate and collaborative workplace.
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits.

Job Description

Overall Purpose of the Role

The Technology & Development Manager leads cross-functional activities to bring products from design to stable mass production. This role owns NPI (New Product Introduction), manages material/BOM changes, and drives Auto‑Prod (Authorization for Production) readiness to ensure operational robustness, quality assurance, and compliance with manufacturing standards. The Industrialization Manager ensures that factory readiness, process capability, and documentation are aligned for controlled production release and successful ramp

Key Responsibilities

The job holder shall at all times during employment with the company, respect and comply with the Thales Quality, Health, Safety, Environmental & Security requirements during the performance of his/her duties

Leadership & People Management

• Lead and develop a small team of engineers (Manufacturing Engineers, Industrialization Engineers, or Process Engineers).

• Provide coaching, technical guidance, performance feedback, and career development support.

• Allocate resources to NPI projects, ECO validation, Auto‑Prod readiness, and cost‑reduction activities.

• Build strong engineering capability in process validation, documentation, and problem solving.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Own end-to-end NPI industrialization: gate reviews, factory readiness and ramp-to-stable production.

• Drive cross-functional alignment on build schedules, material readiness, test strategy, and quality gates.

• Monitor NPI KPIs (yield, scrap, OEE, cycle time) and implement improvement plans to meet launch targets.

Material / BOM Changes (ECO & ECN)

• Govern the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process for materials, specifications, and process changes.

• Conduct impact analyses covering quality, reliability, cost, capacity, delivery, and compliance.

• Ensure accurate PLM/ERP updates for BOMs, routings, work instructions, and effective-dated changes.

• Drive communication of change readiness and cut-in planning across internal and external stakeholders.

Auto‑Prod (Authorization for Production)

• Own the Auto‑Prod process for controlled release of new build (devices) into production.

• Verify process capability and stability meet defined criteria prior to sign-off.

• Lead cross-functional closure of outstanding issues before granting production authorization.

Product Certification

• Lead product certification readiness for all new products and major changes (e.g., VISA Innovation, Mastercard CSI).

• Coordinate with external laboratory identify applicable standards

• Ensure samples, test plans, and supporting documentation are prepared and submitted to certification bodies.

• Manage certification timelines to align with NPI and mass production schedules.

• Review test outcomes, drive corrective actions for failures, and ensure successful re‑testing.

• Maintain certification records and ensure factory processes remain compliant throughout the product lifecycle.

Cost Reduction Initiatives

• Lead cost reduction initiatives while safeguarding performance, quality, and reliability.

• Identify and evaluate alternate materials or components to reduce cost or mitigate supply chain risk.

• Partner with Supply Chain and Finance to quantify savings and validate cost models.

• Ensure documentation, BOM changes, and approvals are completed per process.

• Track cost reduction pipeline, savings realization, and implementation timelines

Job Requirements

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong industrialization/NPI background with process validation expertise.

• Proficiency in PFMEA, Control Plan, APQP/PPAP, DOE, SPC, and statistical analysis.

• Experience in product certification and regulatory compliance.

• Knowledge of alternate material qualification and cost-reduction engineering.

• Familiarity with PLM (Agile/Windchill/Teamcenter) and ERP (Oracle).

• Strong data analytics skills using Minitab, JMP, Power BI, or Excel.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Proven experience leading small engineering teams.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional influence.

• Effective problem-solving (8D, DMAIC, 5-Why) and decision-making under pressure.

• Ability to manage multiple programs concurrently.

Behavioral

• Collaborative leadership—able to influence without authority.

• Continuous improvement mindset

Education, qualifications, and special training

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Microelectronic or Mechanical Engineering.

Experience

• 5 years of experience in NPI/industrialization/manufacturing engineering.

• Experience managing engineers or leading project teams.

• Certifications such as Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, PMP, or CQE preferred.