Technical Engineer (Emerging Tech)

WHAT YOU’LL DO​

The Technical Engineer for Emerging Tech will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of high-impact projects involving next-generation technologies. You will work closely with engineering, product, and business teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects, managing resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations. This role demands a strong blend of technical acumen and project management expertise to guide complex initiatives from inception through to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for initiatives involving emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, IoT, cloud, etc.), ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, while ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including developers, designers, product managers, and senior leadership, to ensure smooth communication and execution.
• Identify and manage project risks, proactively addressing potential obstacles and ensuring timely issue resolution.
• Lead the technical execution of projects, ensuring that solutions meet the necessary standards for scalability, security, and performance.
• Monitor and track project performance using project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, MS Project), providing regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive adoption of agile methodologies and best practices for project execution, continuously improving project delivery processes.
• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Ensure alignment with compliance, security, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Champion innovation and emerging trends, keeping up to date with industry advancements and recommending new tools or approaches that enhance project success

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH​

Emerging Tech is at the forefront of strategic disruption on processes and tech, exploring and implementing cutting-edge technologies to shape the future of fashion retail. Our team bridges the gap between business and technology, leveraging AI, immersive experiences, automation, and new digital capabilities to enhance customer experiences, optimise operations, and drive sustainable growth. We thrive on experimentation, collaboration, and rapid iteration to unlock new opportunities and create seamless, forward-thinking solutions for the H&M brand.

WHO YOU ARE​

We are looking for people with…​

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technical project management, with a focus on emerging technologies.
•  Solid understanding of technologies such as AI, machine learning, cloud computing, blockchain, IoT, and big data.
•  Strong experience with Agile methodologies, Scrum, and other project management frameworks.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Trello, MS Project).
• Proven ability to manage large-scale projects with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical details into business value.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, working effectively under pressure and tight deadlines
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and software development life cycles.
• PMP, Scrum Master, or similar project management certification is a plus.
• A passion for emerging technologies and their potential to revolutionize industries.

And people who are…​

• Excited about working in a fast-paced, Agile environment.
• Open to learning and adapting to new technologies and best practices.
• Team players with strong collaboration and communication skills.

WHO WE ARE​

H&M is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.​

​We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. ​

Help us re-imagine fashion and together we will re-shape our industry. Learn more about H&M here.

​WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE ​
At H&M, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. ​

We offer all our employees at H&M attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.

In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment types and countries.

JOIN US​

Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.​

​Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.​

​​*We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.​