Sub Module Owner - Software Development

Are you prepared to oversee the activities within our Turbine Control Software Module? As a Sub-Module Owner, you'll play a crucial role in developing and leading some of our key activities across the module.

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If you feel inspired by developing Software solutions, is open-minded and curious, combined with an innovative and problem-solving approach, and find motivation in both people and technical leadership in a complex business environment, then you may be the candidate we are looking for.
The Service Software team sits within the Turbine SW Organization in Vestas. The department is key for ensuring that our Software enables our Service Operations and Service Technicians to work efficiently, and that all aspects of Software related to service are addressed.
This team will consist of SW Development engineers and data analysts, with global responsibility, and with a very strong collaboration with the Service Business Unit. The team will have the following focus areas:
•    Working on advanced troubleshooting methods and Turbine Self-Diagnostics
•    Working on methods to increase Service Technician effectiveness and reduce turbine visits
•    Working on predictive maintenance both based on data from sensors to predict when service/maintenance is needed, and learn from historical data to forecast potential failures before they happen
•    Driving design for serviceability in Software
•    Acting as main point of contact between Turbine Control Software and Service Business Unit, ensuring a joint development roadmap, aligned prioritization and value delivery towards Service

With the increase expected of Wind Turbine volumes, the quality of the SW and the efficiency with which we deliver SW to our customers is of the utmost importance, so this is a critical leadership position with high exposure and opportunities to grow

Responsibilities
You will report to the VP of Turbine SW and will be responsible for both people leadership and the technical domain, having full life-cycle ownership of your function. More specifically, your responsibilities will cover:

• Lead and manage the software development team to deliver high-quality software solutions for Service
• Collaborate with the Service Business Unit and cross-functional software teams to ensure alignment with business goals and customer needs
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and new technologies to support creative advancements
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and development within the team
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers and data analysts
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture

Qualifications

• You have a bachelor's or master's degree within Software engineering or relevant education
• More than 5 years professional experience in an embedded Software Team Leadership role
• Experience in Wind Turbine operations, especially during service and operation
• Proven experience in software development
• Experience with software development methodologies like Agile or Scrum
• Experience in programming languages such as Java, C++, C#, or Python
• Good communication skills in English
• Global mindset and good cultural understanding

Competencies

• You can identify yourselves with the Vestas Values: Passion, Accountability, Collaboration and Simplicity 
• Have a mindset of a system engineer
• Ability to build trust in your employees and influence stakeholders by your behavior
• Oriented towards goal achievement and proficient in task completion
• Open-minded and attracted by an international environment
• Good cooperative skills suitable for a global organization with personal, professional, gender and cultural diversity
• Ability to take ownership and effectively engage in continuous improvements within a broader perspective

What we offer
We offer you a job with full life cycle responsibility for an important part of the SW system, in a very adaptive team which will empower you to take your own decisions and implement your solutions.  
You will be able to build a large network across a large and truly global organization with excellent opportunities for cross disciplinary and personal development. The work environment is result-oriented, at a high professional level and with a high technical commitment.
You will work with a purpose, clearly understanding the value of what you're delivering and how it's contributing to avoid climate change.

Additional Information
Work location will be Chennai, India.
We will review applications on an ongoing basis, we can withdraw the job and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.
For further information, please contact Sergio Dominguez, Module Owner, Turbine Control Software at +45 5215 7945.

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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. 
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