As ANCS (Automation, Navigation & Control Systems), we transform how vessels perform to create the safest and most efficient journey for our customers – always with the vision in mind to navigate towards a more sustainable maritime industry. With our rich history of pioneering maritime technologies we have defined industry benchmarks.To be better tomorrow, we need the right talents today to complement our strong team of 650 employees in over 10 countries across the globe with the right skills, experience and a winning attitude.
We are now looking for a Senior System Architect to join the R&D Team in Denmark. If you share our passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future, you might be the one!
The preferred location for the position is in Hørsholm, Denmark. We offer a possibility to hybrid work.
What will you be doing?
As the new Senior System Architect, you will play a central role in designing, implementing, and optimizing current and future solutions that improve control, efficiency and reduce costs for ANCS' customers. The team has come a long way already, but there is much still to be done, so you will have ample opportunity to influence the architecture and the products that will be promoted in the future.
Some of your responsibilities:
Update, develop and maintain technology strategies and roadmaps for various areas and systems e.g. Integration management Identify areas where performance can be enhanced, and economic and environmental costs can be reduced through automation. Design and implement advanced maritime solutions, covering automation and navigation systems on all types of vessels. Collaborate with different departments to ensure solutions meet business requirements Own the overall technical solution and be responsible for system design, including choice of new technologies and tools, efficiency, maintainability and timing. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of automation solutions and propose improvements. Do mentorship to junior automation specialists.
You will be working with international development teams and suppliers so a high level of proficiency in English is vital.
You will shine in this role if you have:
A Bachelors’ degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant professional experience. Architecture/development experience working with Operational Technology (OT) and automation of industrial operations, e.g. from maritime or other OT sectors like production, transportation or energy/utilities sectors Experience in programming languages such as C++ and/or C#, Python, Power Shell. Knowledgeable about IT/OT networks as well as knowledge about operating systems, PLC’s and database technologies Experience with automation tools and frameworks (e.g. Selenium, Jenkins, Ansible). Excellent problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset with a top-down approach. Excellent teamwork and communication abilities e.g. you are able to present complex technical problems and solutions for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Bonus Qualifications:
As a person you are tenacious and have a high level of technical and professional pride – you like to make strong and maintainable solutions that others will enjoy working with for years to come. You don’t give up easily but enjoy taking on and growing with new challenges. You have a sense of humor and can keep calm and focused even when things change around you. You are curious and have a learner’s mindset. You know when to ask for support and give it readily to the team around you when you can.
Who is ANCS?
ANCS is a global leader in innovative hardware and software technologies for marine navigation and automation, with solutions including integrated navigation and automation systems, advanced sensors enhancing safety and situational awareness, and dynamic positioning systems enabling precise vessel station keeping.
The team in Hørsholm specialize in developing and supporting electronic equipment for maritime automation solutions. There are currently 70+ team members in Denmark, and they cooperate closely with sister sites in Hamburg (Navigation) and Drammen (Navy+Cruiseship automation).
In December 2024, Technology group Wärtsilä announced the divestment of ANCS to the Swedish investment company Solix Group AB. Subject to approvals, the transaction is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2025.
Why you and us?
ANCS offers you both inspiring and challenging work tasks, and an opportunity for personal and professional development in a great and experienced team. Empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility for ones own work are core values. Growth is supported, and co-creation is the true basis of the team's innovation. There is courage to see opportunities and take initiative.
The people here are authentic and honest, and strongly believe that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. And when mistakes are made, the culture ensures that lessons are learned and growth follows. ANCS has a trusting environment that empowers you and everyone around you.
Contact & next steps
We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.
For further questions please reach out to please reach out to Nina Jensen on nina@teqlink.dk. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. We will be interviewing candidates continuously.
ANCS values, respects and embraces all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
Last application date: 17/02/2025
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
This is Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.