Engineering Project Manager - Metrology and Software Algorithms

Join a cutting-edge engineering team developing next-generation metrology instrumentation, imaging systems, and software algorithms. This role supports complex cross-functional programs spanning hardware, software, and vendor ecosystems.

You will coordinate prototype builds, DCS/metrology instrumentation development, and software algorithm execution (including imaging and data-processing workflows), working closely with engineering teams in Munich and global suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end project planning, scheduling, tracking, and reporting across hardware, instrumentation, and software algorithm workstreams
• Coordinate execution of prototype builds, DCS systems, Light Field camera developments, and metrology instrumentation
• Drive cross-functional delivery across Engineering, Software Engineering, QA, Procurement, Operations, and Commercial teams
• Track project progress, identify risks, and define mitigation actions
• Manage external vendors and suppliers, ensuring alignment on scope, timelines, and quality
• Monitor vendor deliverables across global time zones and escalate issues when needed
• Support software algorithm development coordination, including imaging and data-processing workflows
• Run and support SDLC activities: milestone tracking, bug reviews, validation, and release readiness
• Use tools such as Jira / Azure DevOps / Radar for issue tracking, planning, and reporting
• Facilitate meetings, documentation, and structured stakeholder updates (weekly reporting included)
• Improve governance, reporting, and delivery processes across HW/SW programs, * Oversee team deliverables and ensure quality standards
• Support resource planning, scheduling, and workload distribution
• Manage onboarding, training, and ongoing team support
• Act as first point of contact for escalations
• Monitor team progress and provide regular summary reports
• Ensure continuity through proper planning and coverage

Success Criteria

• Timely delivery of key milestones across all project phases (planning, design, build, testing, implementation)
• Successful execution of prototype development and validation activities
• Effective coordination of vendor deliverables
• Continuous improvement of processes, governance, and reporting

Do you have experience in SDLC?, * 3+ years of experience in engineering or technical project management

• Experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects
• Strong cross-functional coordination (Engineering, Software, Vendors)
• Experience with project and/or bug tracking tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Experience working with global teams and time zones
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in fast-paced hardware + software environments

Preferred Skills & Background

• Degree in Engineering (Optical, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Physics, or related)
• Experience in metrology, imaging systems, optics, or instrumentation
• Exposure to software development environments (especially imaging / computer vision / algorithm systems)
• Experience coordinating hardware + software integrated development programs
• Strong vendor and stakeholder management experience