Head of IT Products R&D

Posted on March 5, 2026
Lausanne
Permanent
Posted on March 5, 2026

About this role

Salary: CHF 80’000 - 110’000 per year

Requirements:
  • Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in similar positions within manufacturing or engineering.
  • Background in R&D or engineering.
  • Proven track record in leading major digital or IT programs.
  • Experience with as a service concepts.
  • In-depth knowledge of Dassault Systèmes solutions (3DEXPERIENCE, SAP S/4HANA, SAP PLM).
  • Familiarity with CAD/CAE and analytics tools.
  • Proficient with Office 365 and engineering IT systems.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and business acumen.
  • Comfortable switching between technical and non-technical discussions.
  • Fluent in English.
Responsibilities:
  • Define the long-term roadmap for PLM and R&D systems aligned with Group strategies.
  • Oversee the performance, scalability, and evolution of the R&D IT ecosystem.
  • Manage the complete program from strategies to execution by engaging with R&D Directors.
  • Enhance analytics capabilities to support smarter decision-making in R&D Product & Portfolio Management.
  • Drive the portfolio of EPICs supporting business and financial objectives.
  • Identify risks and cross-team dependencies, ensuring alignment with PMO, Finance, and Enterprise.
  • Translate EPICs into actionable tasks together with Product Delivery teams.
  • Promote Agile and DevOps principles across the IT R&D landscape.
  • Mentor a team of 5-10 employees, fostering continuous improvement.
Technologies:
  • DevOps
  • Support
  • Office 365
  • SAP
  • CTO

More:

At BOBST, we believe in the power of technology to transform our industry. We are a global company undergoing an exciting digital evolution, dedicated to shaping the future of our R&D environment. In this leadership role, you will have the opportunity to influence and leave a meaningful impact on our Groups long-term vision. We value a culture of excellence and continuous growth, where you can make a global impact through cutting-edge technology. With more than 14,000 employees and business activities in over 50 countries, we are positioned as a leader in our industry, offering a family-run enterprises values that are truly lived.

last updated 10 week of 2026

Salary

CHF 80’000 - 110’000 per year
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