Head of R&D EM China

& Product Strategy Shape the China technology, module and roadmap, ensuring alignment with global BU strategy and future product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, competitive differentiators, and long-term innovation opportunities.
• Partner with global R&D and product management to co‑shape platform strategy, architecture decisions, and product vision.
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• Building & Leadership Build and scale a high‑performing R&D organization in China covering mechanics, electronics, software, algorithms, and system engineering.
• Establish talent strategy, succession planning, competency development, and organizational structure for sustainable growth.
• Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and technical excellence 3.
• Program & Execution Management Oversee strategic programs, ensuring technical quality, schedule integrity, and delivery excellence across multiple R&D streams.
• Establish program governance, risk management processes, and cross-team execution mechanisms.
• Drive cross-site collaboration between China and global R&D teams, ensuring seamless integration and transparency.
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• System Architecture & Technical Oversight Provide expert guidance on system architecture, performance requirements, design reviews, and technology trade-offs.
• Supervise prototyping strategy and platform demonstrator development to validate concepts and technological feasibility.
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• & Ecosystem Collaboration Represent China R&D in global decision-making forums and technical steering boards.
• Collaborate with Suzhou operations for lab setup, infrastructure, and prototype supply chain.
• Engage with external partners, suppliers, and research institutes to build an innovation ecosystem.

Requirements

• / 教育背景 Master’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience /经验 Proven experience in interdisciplinary R&D leadership role, preferably in the field of electron microscopy.
• Proven experience in a global R&D setup Strong understanding of systems engineering, platform strategy, and technology roadmap planning.
• Expertise in prototyping and prototype sourcing processes (mechanics, electronics) Other Skills/ /其他技能 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across global and local teams Fluent in English and Mandarin Demonstrate strong technical leadership to guide the team in achieving project goals.
• Maintain a result-driven mindset to ensure successful outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Foster cross-cultural collaboration to enhance teamwork and innovation across diverse groups.

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