The Lead Platform & System Architect is responsible for defining and evolving WIK’s technology platforms and system architectures across product categories. The role ensures that future products are built on scalable, reusable and robust technical foundations, while reducing technical risk, accelerating development and supporting ODM growth.
The position acts as the technical authority for platform architecture, system integration and long-term technology evolution across hardware, firmware and software domains.
Key Responsibilities
Platform Architecture & System Engineering
Define and maintain reusable platform architectures across product categories
Drive system-level integration of mechanics, electronics, firmware and software Establish architecture principles, standards and design guidelines
Ensure scalability, modularity and reuse across projects
Technology & Platform Roadmap
Define platform evolution strategies aligned with technology and business needs
Identify future technologies, modules and system capabilities
Support innovation and pre-development activities
Project & RFQ Support
Support RFQ and early development activities through feasibility and architecture assessments
Identify technical risks and guide concept maturation
Support technical decision-making and architecture reviews
Supplier & Partner Governance
Review supplier concepts and technical solutions
Define platform constraints and interface requirements
Support technical partner selection and capability assessment
Knowledge & Capability Development
Develop architecture guidelines, reference designs and best practices
Support the growth of platform engineering and system engineering capabilities
Mentor engineers across disciplines
What This Role Is Not
Project Manager
Daily project execution owner
Customer-specific design engineer
Primary software developer
Strong experience in system architecture and multidisciplinary product development involving thermal, fluidic, electromechanical and embedded systems, ideally in coffee, water, beverage or related small - home appliance industries.
Experience with embedded systems, electronics and software integration
Strong understanding of multidisciplinary systems (mechanical, electrical, firmware and software)
Strong analytical, communication and leadership skills
Your Mission
To build and govern reusable technology platforms that enable scalable ODM development, reduce technical risk and strengthen WIK’s long-term technology roadmap.
At WIK Group, you will join an engineering culture built on curiosity, technical excellence, shared responsibility, and continuous learning. You will be trusted to shape and evolve our technology platforms and system architectures across product categories, with the space to challenge existing solutions, drive improvements, and lead by example.
As Lead Platform & System Architect, you will work closely with international engineering teams and stakeholders across our global organization. You will help define scalable, sustainable, and future-ready architecture principles, contribute to platform strategy, and support the development of innovative products.
You will be part of an international environment with opportunities to collaborate across sites and contribute meaningfully to a more sustainable future.
If you want to bring your technical expertise, creativity, and strategic mindset to work, and help shape the systems behind tomorrow’s products, we look forward to meeting you.
"Shaping the Future – Sustainably, Innovatively, and Responsibly."
At WIK Group, our mission is to deliver excellence in product development and advanced manufacturing technologies, offering tailored solutions to our customers. However, for us, success goes beyond economic growth – we believe that true innovation only arises when it harmonizes with our environment.
Our vision is clear: We aspire to be a global leader in developing and producing technologically advanced and sustainable products. We are passionate about improving the quality of life for people while preserving the resources of our planet. Our commitment to sustainability and regenerative technologies is deeply rooted in our corporate philosophy.
