Global R&D Software Team Lead – Embedded Systems

ABB Inc; Untersiggenthal; Hybrid; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Sr. leader to head a global R&D software team in Switzerland. You will coach and develop a diverse team, drive software releases on the roadmap, and ensure seamless integration of embedded and application software within the agreed SDLC and cybersecurity standards.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in industrial or embedded software, plus 3+ years in leadership, with experience across locations and cultures. Fluent English is required; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in industrial or embedded software development.
• 3+ years in line or functional leadership.
• Experience with secure development practices and IEC 62443 standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global R&D software team across locations.
• Deliver software releases on the roadmap with risk reporting and transparent updates.
• Ensure integration of embedded and application software within the SDLC and cybersecurity requirements.
• Own the software lifecycle of the installed base, including maintenance and technical debt.

Skills

Leadership

Embedded software

Real-time systems

CI/CD

Agile methods

Cybersecurity

English fluent

German advantage

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's preferred

Tools

Jenkins

Git

Embedded toolchain

Job description

ABB is seeking a Sr. leader to head a global R&D software team in Switzerland. You will coach and develop a diverse team, drive software releases on the roadmap, and ensure seamless integration of embedded and application software within the agreed SDLC and cybersecurity standards.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in industrial or embedded software, plus 3+ years in leadership, with experience across locations and cultures. Fluent English is required; German is a plus.