Technical Lead Field Apps (m/f/d)

Schindler is a global leader in elevator, escalator, and moving walkway solutions, operating in over 100 countries. Every day, our systems move more than a billion people, helping shape the flow of urban life. At Schindler, we don’t just build mobility solutions — we build careers, innovation, and impact. Our dynamic and forward-thinking work environment empowers talented individuals to design, develop, install, maintain, and modernize the technologies that keep cities moving.

Join Us as a Technical Lead Field Apps (m/f/d)

Location: Milan, Lombardy, Italy (Hybrid: 1-2 days/week working from home)

Company: Schindler Group

Help Shape the Future of Mobile Solutions for Field Technicians

Schindler is transforming urban mobility through smart, connected solutions for elevators and escalators , enhancing passenger experience , operational efficiency , and enabling seamless integration .

As a Technical Lead Field Apps , you will play a key role in defining and realizing mobile applications for our fitters and field technicians working on next-generation elevator control systems . You will combine technical leadership with agile backlog management to deliver innovative, high-quality digital tools that empower field technicians to work more effectively and efficiently.

Why Schindler?

• Shape the Future: Develop mobile solutions that directly impact thousands of technicians worldwide , improving service quality and field efficiency .
• Global Impact: Your work will be deployed in real-world applications , allowing you to see tangible results .
• Collaborate with Experts: Join a global team of brilliant minds in software , R&D , and engineering , working together to drive innovation .
• Continuous Learning: Stay ahead of the curve by exploring and implementing the latest technologies and software practices .

Your Responsibilities

• Understand field technician needs , market opportunities, and technology trends to establish a product vision and strategy aligned with architecture and technology roadmap .
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and align vision, translate strategy into roadmap , and create requirements, epics, and stories .
• Define user experience and work with software engineers , QA , and UI designers to bring product vision to reality and improve based on feedback and analytics .
• Manage development and sprint plans , refine backlogs , coordinate release schedules , and track risks and dependencies .
• Participate in all stages of the development process : planning, design, implementation, testing, documentation, and deployment.
• Specify functional and non-functional requirements , maintain requirement artifacts , and ensure consistency.
• Provide system knowledge to development and test engineers during implementation and validation.
• Support analysis of test and field findings .

What You Bring

• Agile product development and software engineering practices .
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate diverse groups and resolve conflicts.
• Reliable team player in a collaborative, globally distributed environment .
• Entrepreneurial mindset , self-directed , results-oriented .
• Skills in presentation , analysis , and integrative thinking .
• Understanding of digital solutions , mobile apps , and cloud-based services .
• Passion for learning new technologies and driving innovation .
• Fluent in English .

Qualifications That Will Strengthen Your Profile

• Experience in definition, development, and testing of mobile apps using modern practices .
• Passion for mobile apps and delivering exceptional user experience .
• Strong experience in requirements analysis .
• Ability to build roadmaps and release plans with dependency management .
• Experience with UX and interface design .
• Degree in computer science/software development or equivalent (Master’s preferred ).

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you're excited about shaping the future of mobile solutions for field technicians , we want to hear from you. Join Schindler and be part of a global company that values innovation , collaboration , and professional growth .

Apply Today and Make an Impact with Schindler!

Diversity & Inclusion

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.