Technical Architect - Product Data Platform

What's the role?

Join Hilti at a pivotal moment in our digital transformation!
As a Technical Architect, you will take on a leadership role in designing and delivering the next-generation product data platform—a critical system that centralizes and manages product information for seamless integration across organizational channels, including e-commerce, ERP, and marketing systems. This role is part of a global IT team that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and delivering scalable, high-quality solutions.

Who is Hilti?

Join Hilti – A Great Place to Work 2024 & ranked as Asia’s 4th Best Workplaces.

At Hilti, innovation drives everything we do. We’re committed to improving productivity, safety, and sustainability in the global construction industry and beyond. Our strong customer relationships help us create solutions that truly build a better future . With over 120 locations worldwide, we take pride in fostering a deep sense of belonging that extends into our lives and homes.

At Hilti Asia IT Services , we’re at the forefront of digital transformation in construction, aligned with our mission of Making Construction Better . As the IT backbone of Hilti, we empower over 34,000 employees across 120+ countries, delivering cutting-edge solutions to enhance productivity globally.

Based in Malaysia , we collaborate with global teams, utilizing the latest technologies in software development, analytics, IT infrastructure, and design engineering to drive transformative initiatives.

Our people are our greatest strength, and our Great Place to Work 2024 recognition celebrates our commitment to a culture that values care, performance, and innovation. We offer competitive rewards and comprehensive career development opportunities that ensure your success is our priority.

Come be a part of our journey and make a lasting impact!

What does the role involve?

As a Technical Architect, you will:

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performing architectures for the product data platform.
• Lead the development and evolution of the platform to support various business channels and ensure data consistency across systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, business stakeholders, and development teams to understand requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards, including best practices for data modeling, APIs, and system integration.
• Oversee the integration of the product data platform with other systems, leveraging tools like Stibo STEP, AWS, and modern development frameworks.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, identifying the most suitable frameworks (e.g., Spring, Node.js, Python, or others) to balance performance, scalability, and business needs.
• Act as a technical expert in data engineering and data architecture, ensuring the platform meets business and performance requirements.
• Stay hands-on with the codebase when needed, providing guidance to development teams, managing technical debt, and ensuring high-quality standards.
• Drive compliance with IT security, risk assessments, and regulatory requirements for platform operations.

The Strategic Marketing team, at our three locations in Boulogne-Billancourt - France, Texas - USA, and Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, consists of 130+ team members in 15+ scrum teams working with the newest technologies to create a unique user experience for Hilti’s extraordinary products and services.

It’s an incredibly exciting time to join the Hilti Digital Platforms team! We are redesigning the future of digital at Hilti and are looking for team members to play an integral part in our digital transformation journey. As a Senior Backend Developer, you will work in a global, collaborative, fun, and agile work environment; you will participate in developing and maintaining back-end systems, as well as mentoring team members and setting standards.

What do we offer?

At Hilti, we believe in a caring and performance-oriented culture . Our people are our greatest strength, and our Great Place to Work 2024 recognition celebrates our commitment to a culture that values care, performance, and innovation. We offer competitive rewards and comprehensive career development opportunities that ensure your success is our priority.
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What you need is:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 7 years in system integration, data engineering, and software architecture.
• Technical Expertise:

1. Strong understanding of data platforms and information systems, with experience in tools like Stibo STEP (or similar).
2. Proficiency with cloud-based solutions, ideally using AWS services for hosting and scalability.
3. Expertise in architecting scalable systems using modern frameworks and tools—experience with platforms such as Spring, Node.js, or Python-based frameworks is a plus, but flexibility to evaluate and recommend the right technology is key.
4. Hands-on experience in API design and development, including API gateways, microservices, and data synchronization workflows.
5. Deep knowledge of data engineering principles, including ETL workflows and data modeling.

• Mindset: Agile, solution-oriented, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Why should you apply?

At Hilti, we’re leading the digital transformation in the construction industry. With our innovative technologies, we’re pushing the boundaries of what's possible—whether it's through advanced software development, datadriven solutions, or state-of-the-art IT infrastructure . By joining our team, you’ll be part of a dynamic environment where technology meets real-world impact, enabling smarter, more efficient, and safer construction processes worldwide.

We offer:
• Cutting-edge projects that utilize the latest in AI, cloud computing, and advanced analytics.
• A chance to work with global teams on solutions that are shaping the future of construction.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to grow your skills in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

If you’re passionate about technology and ready to make an impact in an industry that’s critical to shaping the world around us, Hilti Asia IT Services is the place for you!

Click through the 'Apply Now' button where you will be asked to upload your CV and answer a couple of short questions – the whole process should take around 90 seconds. If we like what we see, you'll be invited to a telephone interview.

If we don't have a suitable role for you at the moment, we will keep you in our talent pool for the future so your recruitment process might take a bit longer, but we'll be sure to stay in touch.

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