Senior Lead Developer - Baggage Vision (BVS) (all genders) - Europe

We are seeking a Senior Lead Developer to drive the technical evolution of the Baggage Vision System (BVS) as a major baggage identification system running in the biggest airports in the world. You will shape the system architecture by aligning edge-based and centralized cloud-computing approaches, ensuring the BVS product evolves in line with both strategic objectives and operational requirements in a modern and digital baggage-handling ecosystem. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the BVS system in alignment with the HLC+ strategy, integrating edge and centralized cloud solutions.
• Drive technical modernization initiatives across sensors, cameras, device interfaces, core computer-vision and QCR components, business logic, APIs, and third-party software.
• Define release scopes and acceptance criteria; author release notes and coordinate regression and system testing to ensure high-quality, on-time, and in-budget deliveries.
• Align with software/hardware providers, system integrators, and internal stakeholders within the BHS environment to deliver a robust and scalable identification solution.
• Own and maintain the BVS technical and implementation roadmap based on product management requirements and in the context of our related products (OpenAir Platform, Aviation Datahub, Baggage 360 and BagIQ).
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for new computer-vision-based products and features, including hands-on prototyping/validation with domain experts and customers.
• Provide technical leadership, resource planning, and team coordination, including people and partner management.
• Collaborate with lifecycle, budgeting, and portfolio stakeholders to ensure technical feasibility and long-term sustainability.
• Support project execution and operations through 2nd- and 3rd-level support, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.

• 5+ years of professional software development experience with strong expertise in computer-vision technologies and/or microservice-based architectures.

• Proven ability to design and operate complex systems involving hardware, embedded components, and distributed software platforms.

• Experience in technical leadership roles within complex or multidisciplinary environments.

• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Beneficial technological Skills

• Computer Vision & ML: Experience with computer vision concepts, deep learning, and frameworks such as TensorFlow or scikit-learn.

• Hardware Integration: Familiarity with cameras, sensors, and industrial device interfaces (e.g., SICK ATR or similar).

• Cloud & DevOps: Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, DevOps practices, and system monitoring.

• Backend & Data Processing: Experience with Java/REST, event-driven architectures (RabbitMQ, Kafka), SQL/NoSQL databases, and image storage/retrieval.

Together we make the difference We are a leading provider of innovative and high-performance solutions for airport logistics. Our portfolio includes products and solutions for baggage and cargo handling, high-end software for the digitalization of logistics processes as well as an extensive range of maintenance and services. Major customers include renowned airports and airlines around the globe.