LOCATION: ZURICH
Technology
In short
On's Technology team is forming a new group to drive our most critical cross-functional initiatives, and we are looking for a Technical Project Manager to manage key workstreams that will shape the future of technology at On. This role will be central to the delivery of large-scale company and Tech-led initiatives, such as those involving strategic partnerships, AI enablement, and the next generation of our core platforms. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and communicating progress on complex projects, ensuring we deliver on our most impactful goals.
Your Mission
* Manage the execution of key technical projects, breaking down complex initiatives into clear workstreams and deliverables.
* Partner with technology teams and business stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of project milestones.
* Champion and contribute to our project management best practices, helping the team deliver with increasing efficiency and quality.
* Track and report on progress against project plans and key results using the right tools.
* Clearly communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to all stakeholders, from individual contributors to senior leadership.
* Proactively identify, escalate, and work with the team to resolve blockers, ensuring a smooth path to project completion.
* Facilitate strong collaboration and decision-making between engineering, product, and business teams to ensure alignment and drive outcomes.
Your story
* A proven track record in technical project management, with experience in program management being a plus, preferably within a fast-paced technology environment.
* Experience working with and reporting on KPIs and metrics to track project success.
* Familiarity with multiple project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban) and the ability to adapt them to a dynamic and fast-growing company.
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, balance stakeholder needs, and facilitate trade-off decisions within your projects.
* Outstanding communication skills, with an ability to navigate complexity, build consensus, and articulate the rationale behind decisions with empathy and candor.
* You are a Jira (or similar tool) wizard, skilled at creating clarity out of chaos and breaking down complex technical work into manageable tasks.
About the Team
You will join a new, high-impact team being formed within Technology. Our mission is to lead cross-cluster initiatives, acting as the Tech lead for both internal technology programs and company-wide strategic priorities. You'll work in a cross-functional environment with engineers, product managers, and business leaders to bring our most ambitious goals to life. We encourage new and innovative ways to solve problems and live by agile values in our daily work.
Zürich
Just by the banks of the Limmat you'll find our largest global hub in Zürich West – On Labs – where you can hike up 12 floors through our custom-built spiral trail.
Förrlibuckstrasse 190,
8005
Switzerland
What we offer
On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.
On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.
Build the better you
What to expect
We want to set everyone up for success, so here's the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.
Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.
Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.