Richemont R&D Project Manager - Firmware & Ultra-Low Power Architecture
- Location
- La Tour-de-PeilzVaudSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Posted
- Jun 9, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Richemont seeks an R&D Project Manager for firmware and ultra-low power architecture in Vaud, Switzerland.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in firmware development and ultra-low power architecture design
- Oversee project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables for embedded systems initiatives
- Collaborate with hardware and software engineering teams to optimize power consumption and performance
- Manage technical documentation and ensure compliance with industry standards
- Drive innovation in connected device technology and embedded solutions
- Communicate technical progress and strategic recommendations to senior management
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field
- Proven track record managing R&D projects in firmware or embedded systems
- Strong technical knowledge of ultra-low power architecture and optimization
- Experience with embedded system design and microcontroller architecture
- Demonstrated project management capabilities in fast-paced environments
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in R&D, firmware development, or embedded systems engineering, with at least 3 years in a technical project leadership role. Demonstrated success managing complex hardware-software integration projects.
Education
Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related discipline. Bachelor's degree with substantial professional experience may be considered.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in La Tour-de-Peilz, Vaud, Switzerland, with easy access to Lausanne.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
About Cerulean
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