Visual Components is a global software company helping manufacturers move from concept to reality faster. Our 3D simulation software enables companies to design, simulate, and analyze production systems virtually validating concepts before making costly investments. Built on Microsoft technologies, our platform runs on Azure cloud and Windows 11, and we continuously evolve to meet the needs of modern manufacturing.

Our software is trusted by over 2400 pioneers worldwide, from small manufacturers to global automotive corporations. With headquarters in Espoo, Finland, and offices in the US, Germany, and Japan, we are truly international.

As an Engineering Lead, you will create an environment where people and products flourish. You will keep work flowing, help the team reach decisions, and ensure clarity and trust in how we work together.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Product Infra team through regular 1:1s, focusing on wellbeing and professional growth.
• Drive improvements in: 
  • Product customization and variation for our desktop products
  • Installer maintenance - improve product distribution, software update mechanism
  • Desktop application build system – improve build speed, modularity and reliability
  • Dependency management - keep dependencies up-to-date and well organized, enable software bill of materials reports
  • Test infrastructure - improve our custom test infrastructure for the 3D simulation platform
• Collaborate with other teams on cross-functional dependencies (e.g., DevOps, Quality Assurance).
• Facilitate team decision-making and maintain momentum toward shared goals.
• Co-create and evolve Agile practices and metrics for smooth workflow.
• Provide technical and quality oversight, including design reviews and testing strategies.
• Champion continuous improvement in process, tooling, and product quality.

Coding is not the primary focus of this role (approx. 70% leadership, 30% coding).

Tech stack: 

• Languages: .NET (C#) and C++
• Build & Deployment: Azure DevOps Pipelines, .NET solutions & projects, nuget and vcpkg
• Tools: Windows, Visual Studio, Advanced Installer

• Experience leading software development teams
• Strong understanding of build pipelines, build dependency management, and installer frameworks
• Familiarity with product customization processes and test automation strategies
• Hands-on experience with .NET (C#) and C++ development
• Excellent communication, coaching, and people skills
• Ability to navigate stakeholder needs and align multiple teams toward a common goal
• Growth mindset and enthusiasm for empowering others

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on our platform.
• Flexible working times and remote work options.
• Supportive and inclusive culture with low hierarchy.
• Low hierarchy and flexible and relaxed organizational culture
• Comprehensive benefits: learning platforms, occupational health care, insurance, lunch and sports/culture vouchers.

Please send your application in English via the form on our career page. We cannot accept applications sent to us via email or private messages due to the GDPR. We will hire a person as soon as we find the right candidate.

• screening is within 4 weeks after the application
• online call 
• technical interview with our specialists
• interview with the team

 

Contact the hiring manager Pyry Glasin via email pyry.glasin@visualcomponents.com.