IT Solution Developer (Semiconductor)

Location: Batu Kawan, Penang, my

Company Description

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd. In Malaysia, Bosch is active in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The company has three manufacturing sites and research and development offices in Penang, producing automotive electronics, power tools and steering systems, and soon a fourth plant with a final testing centre for sensors and semiconductors. In 2020, Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros), and currently employs more than 4,000 associates.

PgP5 Plant is Bosch Group’s newest expansion in Malaysia a semiconductor test site in Batu Kawan Penang. The construction has begun in May 2021 and first series of production to commence in 2023. With the long-term forecasts for growth of semiconductor component quantities, coupled with the front-end production in Bosch’s Dresden facility in Germany, capacity expansion is required for the back-end production, which is the final testing phase of semiconductors and sensors. PgP5 will primarily focus on the final testing of components manufactured at Bosch Automotive Electronics’ fab in Dresden, Germany. The plant will also house R&D and training facilities.

Bosch in Malaysia is a part of the Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to deliver innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life”.

Job Description

• Collaborate in the development of a sustainable IT landscape (e.g. software applications, cloud-based services, and other related technologies) for the international semiconductor operations (SO) network
• Liaise with senior management to develop IT solutions based on business objectives and requirements of the organization
• Investigate and diagnose problems, identify root causes, and evaluate solutions related to IT Systems and data sources (i.e. SAP, BLUE YONDER)
• Support the design, implementation, and optimization of modern interdisciplinary analysis tools for the fast and precise presentation of market developments, alternatives, and scenarios within the SO
• Accompany the introduction and communication of new planning processes and interdisciplinary platform applications
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and clients for IT-related issues
• Maintain the system operations, regularly implement updates and patches to keep the systems up-to-date and ensure security is maintained
• Assist in the operational execution and improvement of medium- and long-term planning, with the collection of forecast quantities 
• Document and maintain guidelines, standards, and procedures related to core processes of Manufacturing Planning and Coordination Department (incl. creation of technical documentation, user manuals, and training materials)
• Keep up-to-date with emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in the IT industry

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working experience in the related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, business informatics, business administration or a comparable qualification
• Good communication skills (verbal and written) with stakeholders, all hierarchy levels of associates in the organization and the management group
• A team player and ability to moderate meetings/workshops with all levels and departments
• Strong interest in modern technologies, agile mindset, structured and independent way of working
• Good foundation in SQL
• Background in databases and ETL-process automation with low-code platforms e.g. KNIME, or alternatively via scripting; Technical understanding of platform applications; First experiences with IT planning processes and change management.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken), German language is a plus 

Additional Information

• Benefits: Company Insurances, Transport Allowance, Flexi Work hours, Car Loan Subsidy, Meal Subsidy, high EPF, etc.
• Leave Entitlement e.g. Annual Leave, Medical Leave, etc.