Technical Project Manager Data Intelligence Platform

Function

FUNCTION

"Data is often called the new gold—but its true value comes from how it's used."

Build the data brain that makes the industry smarter.

At Flanders Make, you will work together with a team of top researchers on a groundbreaking data intelligence platform. This platform supports root-cause analysis (RCA) and connects data, information and knowledge from the entire lifecycle of cyber-physical systems. You will play a key role in realizing industrial innovation by leading projects that deploy technologies such as knowledge graphs, ontologies, reasoning algorithms, and AI tools.

Your role

As Technical Project Manager

• You will coordinate the implementation of technological research projects with great industrial relevance;
• You will lead a multidisciplinary team of researchers and software developers;
• You will build a joint ambition with stakeholders such as industrial partners, CTOs, account managers and knowledge institutions;
• Monitor the progress and quality of project results;
• Contribute to the development of the data intelligence platform, with a focus on RCA workflows and AI integration;
• Invest 10–20% of your time in bringing in new research and B2B projects;
• Conduct your first substantive discussions with industrial partners and work closely with business developers;
• Represent Flanders Make in networks and build lasting relationships.
  
  

Profile

PROFILE

• You have a master's or doctoral degree in a relevant technical field;
• You have at least 5 years of experience in software development or project management in an industrial context;
• Technical affinity with data analytics, AI, semantic technologies, and product quality;
• Knowledge of or interest in: * Knowledge graphs, ontologies, reasoning algorithms * RCA methods such as FMEA, 5 Whys, Ishikawa * AI tools, LLMs, semantic web, digital product passports;
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English;
• Experience with stakeholder management and risk assessment;
• Ability to conceptually think along with customers and understand their core challenges;
• Team-oriented and coaching leadership style.
  
  

Offer

OFFER

• A challenging job in an innovative research environment;
• Collaboration with experts in software, AI and product quality;
• Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and an enthusiastic, international team;
• An open people-oriented corporate culture with short lines of communication;
• Impactful work that contributes to the digitization and sustainability of the industry.