Principal Engineer - Operations Technology

In short

With On’s growth, our Finance and Operations Technology teams are growing, and we’re looking for a Principal Engineer to help scale On’s operations and finance platforms.

In this role, you’ll be based in our London office, directly reporting to the Senior Director of Engineering of Operations and Finance Technology, working closely with our operations and finance engineering teams, the product management team and key stakeholders based in Zurich, Berlin and London.

All with the end goal to re-engineer and scale our core Finance and Operations technology platforms, encompassing critical areas such as supply chain, logistics, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and financial systems. All while using the latest technology.

Your entrepreneurial and result-driven mindset, combined with strong hands-on technical oversight and execution skills, will make you a key member of the core team on which On’s future is built.

Your mission

• Lead by example and with inclusion: Drive collaborative projects by seeking diverse viewpoints, emphasising shared knowledge, and making balanced decisions that benefit both Technology at On and the broader company. When required, always be eager to jump hands-on to move On forward and be comfortable with creating things from scratch to lead the team on the right path forward.
• Strategically align with business goals: Proactively identify and address critical business areas within Finance and Operations, balancing technical solutions with company objectives for optimal results. Craft strategies that not only respond to immediate operational needs but also anticipate future shifts, bridging the gap between visionary concepts and actionable strategies.
• Elevate Technology through Vision: Communicate a compelling vision for the future of technology within Finance and Operations at On, engaging team members and broader business stakeholders. Your passion and dedication to the vision should inspire and galvanise others to action.

Collaborative Influencer: A true leader rather than a manager, you're adept at guiding team decisions and fostering consensus through professional and constructive influence.

Committed to Growth and Feedback: You're comfortable providing candid feedback to both peers and leadership, and equally eager to integrate feedback from others to continuously elevate your own expertise.

What We Offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.