IT Developer - PDM Development

KONE Technology and Innovation Unit (KTI) is where we combine the physical world – escalators and elevators – with smart and connected digital systems. We are changing and improving the way billions of people move within buildings every day. We are on a mission to expand and develop new digital solutions that are based on emerging technologies. KONE IT is a global team of expert professionals working along with business functions and area teams to develop new capabilities and enable new business opportunities. We are trusted partners of KONE business lines and functions to develop, transform, manage and run their information technology solutions. We support KONE in its digital transformation journey by introducing e.g. digital cloud-based IT services, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to support productivity, business growth and technological disruption. ​​​​​​​Sustainability, curious mindset and innovation are at the core of everything we do, and this makes us an integral part of KONE’s success. The IT Developer – PDM designs, implements, customizes, and maintains KONE’s Product Data Management (PDM) solutions, which are primarily based on commercialVariSuitePLM/PDMplatformwith significant custom development. The role focuses on building high‑quality, scalable, and maintainable PDM capabilities using Java‑andTcl‑based customizations, deployed andoperatedin AWS‑hosted environments. In addition to hands‑on development, the role carries strong responsibility for operability, production readiness, and long‑term sustainability of PDM services, working closely with DevOps, operations, architects, and business stakeholders.

What You Will Do Design, implement, andmaintaincustom extensions and integrations for KONE’s commercial PDM solutions using Java andTcl Take end‑to‑end responsibility for the quality, correctness, and maintainability of PDM customizations and integrations Build PDM solutions that are production‑ready, scalable, and supportable in AWS‑hosted environments Use modern software development tools such as GitHub for version control and collaboration, GitHubCopilotor similar AI‑assisted tools to improve development efficiency, and CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent delivery Work with Jira to manage backlog items, track progress, and support transparent delivery Use Confluence to create andmaintainclear technical, architectural, and operational documentation Collaborate closely with product owners, architects, DevOps, operations, and business stakeholders to align development with platform and business needs Contribute to production readiness and go‑live activities, ensuring operational risks areidentifiedand mitigated Support troubleshooting, incident analysis, and root‑cause investigations for PDM‑related issues together with DevOps and operations teams Ensure solutions meet architecture, security, and compliance requirements Activelyparticipatein Agile and DevOps ways of working, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives Continuouslyimprovedevelopment practices, automation, and overall PDM platform sustainability Take part in task forces, cross‑team initiatives, and mentoring when needed What We’re Looking For Technical skills Strong hands‑on experience in Java‑based enterprise development Experience developing or maintainingTcl‑based customizations or scripting Practical experience working with commercial PLM/PDM platforms and their customization frameworks Experience working in AWS‑hosted production environments Strong working knowledge of GitHub for version control, code reviews, and collaborative development Experience using modern developer productivity tools, such as GitHub Copilot or similar AI‑assisted development tools,Jira for agile planning, backlog management, and delivery trackingandConfluence or similar tools for technical and operational documentation Understanding of PLM/PDM business processes, product structures, and product data flows Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and release management Understanding of production operations, incident handling, and supportability Ability to work with technical architecture and service documentation to ensure continuity and accuracy Preferredexperience Experience developing and supporting heavily customized commercial PLM/PDM solutions in complex, enterprise‑scale environments Hands‑on experience working with AWS‑hosted, globally used production systems, with awareness of availability, performance, and operability requirements Experience working in cross‑functional, multi‑vendor DevOps teams, collaborating across development, operations, architecture, and business stakeholders Softskills Strong quality mindset with attention to detail and long‑term maintainability Structured and analytical problem‑solving approach, focusing on root causes Effective communicator, able to explain complex technical topics clearly in written and verbal form Collaborative team player, comfortable working across teams, cultures, and suppliers Customer‑and business‑oriented mindset, prioritizing servicecontinuityand user value Proactive, self‑driven working style with willingness to take ownership Comfortable working in agile, fast‑changing environments and balancing multiple priorities Willingness to adopt new tools and ways of working to continuously improve efficiency and quality Educationandcertifications Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field Certifications or training in AWS, Java technologies, DevOps, Agile, or related areas are considered an advantage Foundational understanding of product development and PLM‑related lifecycle processes Excellentcommand of English, written and spoken Read more on