Product Owner – Driver Integration (80–100%)

CTC Analytics AG (www.ctc.ch) is an internationally active Swiss technology company in the field of laboratory automation with around 140 employees. For 40 years, the company has been a leader in automated sample preparation for gas and liquid chromatography (www.palsystem.com). Our products are used worldwide in analytical laboratories across the life sciences, food industry, environmental analysis, chemical industry, and research sectors. We are a highly successful employer within this environment, offering a family‑like atmosphere, short decision-making paths, and an uncomplicated, supportive way of working together.

Our team now has a new position where you can take on responsibility and contribute directly to innovative solutions in laboratory automation.

Your Responsibilities

• Own the product strategy and roadmap for instrument driver integrations across multiple CDS platforms
• Coordinate product planning and execution with distributed development teams in Europe and North America
• Define clear requirements and acceptance criteria for internal driver implementations
• Support instrument vendors and customers in developing and integrating drivers
• Ensure interoperability, validation, and regulatory compliance of internal and external drivers
• Collaborate closely with development, product management, regulatory teams, and external partners

Your Profile

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry/Analytical Sciences, or comparable experience
• Experience as a Product Owner, Technical Product Manager, or in a similar role in a laboratory or analytical environment
• Good knowledge of chromatography systems (HPLC, UHPLC, GC) and analytical instrumentation
• Ability to understand and discuss driver?level software code
• Experience with CDS platforms (e.g. Empower, Chromeleon, OpenLab, LabSolutions) is a strong plus
• Familiarity with regulated environments (ISO 13485, EU Cyber Resilience Act, EU Data Act)
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with customers and external vendors
• Fluent in English; German is a plus
• Willingness to collaborate internationally and travel occasionally

Your Environment:

• Technically challenging and meaningful projects at the intersection of software, laboratory instrumentation, and regulated environments
• Close collaboration with international teams and leading instrument vendors
• Short decision-making paths and a collaborative, supportive working culture
• High degree of autonomy, ownership, and room for professional growth
• Stable and future-oriented company with a strong focus on innovation and long-term development

You can find further information about our company on our websites www.ctc.ch and www.palsystem.com.
We look forward to getting to know you personally soon.