Chief Software Engineering Lead, Embedded Wind Turbine Software

Senior Management | Full-Time

Come and be part of the energy transition - Vestas' products have supported our customers in avoiding 1.7 billion tons of carbon emissions.

Do you feel inspired by developing Software solutions? Have you got experience guiding Software Teams for large, complex embedded industrial systems, and implementing best practices in Software development.? If you work well in technical leadership in complex business environments, possess essential stakeholder management skills, and can balance blue-sky technology development with short-term project execution while prioritizing quality, you may be the ideal candidate!

Power Solutions & Vestas Quality > Applications, Controls & Electrical > Technical Management

As part of Vestas' modularization journey, every technological area is considered a different Module. Within each Module, the Module Design Owner (MDO) is the most senior Engineering responsible leader, being accountable for all technical aspects of the Module. The role is responsible for the Technology Roadmap of the Module and ensuring the setting of SW engineering best practices for all engineers to deliver against. It is also responsible for the delivery of SW projects and the lifecycle Management of the turbine SW of Vestas installed fleet.

With the increase expected of Wind Turbine volumes, the quality of the SW that we deliver to our customers, and a solid architecture to sustain it, supported by the right engineering best practices, is of the utmost importance, so this is a critical leadership position within Vestas.

Responsibilities

You will report to the Module Owner of Turbine SW and oversee, mentor and develop the team of Senior Functional Leads. More specifically, your responsibilities will be:

• Acting as a technical interface from TCSW to the rest of the value chain
• Steer the design and development of software-embedded systems for Vestas Turbines, ensuring they are scalable, robust, and easy to maintain
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to Software Engineers throughout the SW Development lifecycle
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, tools and frameworks for embedded software development
• Support adherence, development and improvement of relevant processes, tools & metrics from market input, through architecture and roadmap to product and module project processes
• Strategy - Module strategic direction influencing structural setup and competencies
• Define and implement software architecture and software development best practice guidelines
• Highly committed to Software quality, performance and reliability

Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in software engineering, with relevant experience in SW Engineering leadership roles for embedded systems.
• Extensive knowledge of software design principles, patterns, and best practices, with a systems engineering background, preferably certified.
• Experience working within agile development methodologies, particularly SCRUM or SAFe.
• Thorough knowledge of IEC 62443 and Secure Development Practices is required
• Proven history of raising the SW development maturity and capabilities of organizations, particularly having taken organizations towards CMM level 4 or higher.
• A good understanding of Software Product Line Engineering & software modularization.
• Experience with Model-based software development is a positive. Additionally, familiarity with AI and Machine Learning is also a benefit

Competencies

• You can identify yourself with Vestas Values: Passion, Accountability, Collaboration and Simplicity.
• Have a mindset of system engineers.
• Ability to guide through influence and not authority.
• Great leadership competencies, coaching and growing teams.
• Motivated by results and can get things done.
• Open-minded and attracted by an international environment and big challenges.

What We Offer

You will have the opportunity to establish a broad network within a large and truly global organization, offering good chances for cross-disciplinary and personal growth. The work environment emphasizes results, operates at a high professional standard, and demonstrates a robust technical commitment.

You will work with a purpose, clearly understanding the value of what you're delivering and how it's contributing to avoiding climate change.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are a highly motivated individual with an enthusiasm for software development and a desire to achieve positive outcomes in projects, we are excited to hear from you.

Additional Information

This position can be based out of our office in Aarhus, Denmark or Porto, Portugal. For the right candidate relocation/work permit support will be provided.  Applications are handled on an ongoing basis. Please apply online with your letter of motivation and CV as soon as possible, but no later than May 29, 2024. For any additional information, please reach out to recruiter Vips Patel, Vippa@vestas.com

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.  Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.  With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.  Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.  To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.