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Head Software Development Laboratory Weighing (f/m/d)

Location Nänikon, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland Date posted October 01, 2026 Job ID 23259
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Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
For Software Leaders who want to shape technology, teams, and strategy

Laboratory Weighing (LabTec) is a global business area of METTLER TOLEDO. Our employees develop, manufacture, and market highly precise instruments that help customers maximize value in their demanding applications.

At our global operational headquarters in Nänikon-Greifensee, we are seeking a dynamic and motivated professional to lead our Software Team as Head of Software Development Laboratory Weighing (f/m/d), 100%

In this role you will lead a team of approximately 30 software professionals and become a key member of the R&D Leadership Team. You will combine technical vision, people leadership, and business impact while driving the next generation of software solutions for laboratory weighing technologies. What you'll be doing in detail:
Lead and Inspire High-Performing Teams
  • Lead and develop a software organization of ~30 professionals.
  • Manage and empower Team Leaders, Architects, and Software Engineers.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and engineering excellence.
  • Guide critical software projects and organizational transformations.
Drive Software Strategy and Architecture
  • Define and execute the software strategy across embedded, Linux, PC, and service software.
  • Drive scalable architectures, platforms, and development processes.
  • Increase software reuse, accelerate innovation, and reduce complexity.
  • Support compliance and certification through smart software design.
Shape the Future of Software Engineering
  • Own and evolve the Linux/Debian platform for future products.
  • Advance development environments, CI/CD, test automation, and release processes.
  • Strengthen engineering excellence through modern tools and practices.
Lead Innovation in Emerging Technologies
  • Define and implement the AI strategy for software development.
  • Establish best practices for AI-enabled engineering tools.
  • Drive cybersecurity initiatives and CRA compliance.
  • Build capabilities for next-generation software technologies.
Collaborate Across Functions
  • Influence product roadmaps and strategic R&D decisions.
  • Partner with Product Management, Hardware Engineering, Service, and Quality.
  • Manage external development partners and suppliers.
  • Represent software topics at leadership level.
What You Need to Succeed
  • Education: University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or comparable discipline. Solid technical foundation in software engineering and complex product development environments.
  • Software Development: Extensive experience in software development for complex, hardware-integrated products. Strong expertise in defining software architecture and platform strategies across multiple product lines. Proven experience developing software for proprietary hardware platforms and Linux-based embedded systems.
  • Leadership: Several years of leadership experience in software development, ideally leading leaders and cross-functional teams. Collaborative leadership style with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing talent. Business-oriented mindset with experience managing budgets, making data-driven decisions, and driving organizational success.
  • Technology & Programming: Strong hands-on background in C/C++, C#, and Linux-based embedded systems, preferably Debian. Deep understanding of modern software architectures, development processes, and platform-based engineering approaches.
  • Language skills: Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.
Our Offer to You
We offer:
  • Flexible working hours (depending on the role), a hybrid work model, and a wide portfolio of training opportunities
  • A 40-hour work week with at least 25 vacation days per year, plus 4 to 7 additional days off between bank holidays
  • Free parking and direct access to public transport
  • Employees in Urdorf can purchase monthly lunch checks and enjoy healthy meals at a reduced price, either externally or in our cafeteria
  • A range of additional attractive benefits, including employee discounts at select area businesses
You can expect challenging, interesting, and varied tasks in an innovative and international environment, with the opportunity to network globally and achieve your career goals.

Have we raised your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application at our Job portal.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via e-mail, only applications submitted on our job platform due to our data protection guidelines. Furthermore, we do currently not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

If you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team ta-ch@mt.com.
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
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