About this role
<p><span style=""><strong>DAIKIN is HIRING</strong></span></p> <p><br><span style="">Join the world’s No. 1 manufacturer of air conditioners.</span></p> <p><span style="">At our <strong>European Development Center (EDC)</strong>, located in the <strong>Tech Lane Ghent Science Park</strong>, we are hiring a <strong>Functional Analyst for Software Development of Cloud Solutions</strong>.</span></p> <p><span style="">As a Functional Analyst, you will acquire in-depth technical knowledge of the solutions we are building. Combined with a solid understanding of business requirements, you will use this knowledge to effectively guide our development partners. You will work primarily in an agile environment, and together with the project team, you will strive for the right balance between quality, cost, and timely delivery of product features.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><strong>Ready to join our team?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Are you interested in IoT and app/web development?</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Are you ready to advance your career as a software engineer?</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Would you like to work at the European headquarters of an international leader?</span></p> </li> </ul><h3> </h3> <h3><span style=""><strong>Your Role</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="">As a <strong>Functional Analyst</strong> within our <strong>European Development Center</strong>, you act as a technical expert, ensuring that our <strong>requirements</strong> are accurately translated to our <strong>external partners</strong>.</span></p> <p><span style="">Please note that this role does <strong>not</strong> involve coding. However, you will <strong>oversee development activities</strong> to ensure everything is delivered in line with the agreed requirements.</span></p> <h3> </h3> <h3><span style=""><strong>Your Responsibilities</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Formulate software and user interface specifications based on the requirements you gather from stakeholders (business, architects, security, etc.).</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Communicate these requirements to our external partners for development and testing.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Take ownership of your development tracks with software suppliers. Prioritize correctly and follow up on progress together with the product owner to ensure deliverables meet our requirements and standards.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Act as a technical expert for the products you develop. Provide third-line support by analyzing issues, proposing countermeasures, and ensuring implementation with the appropriate priority.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Keep up with technological evolutions in your field and propose how they can be incorporated into our developments.</span></p> </li> </ul> <h3> </h3> <h3><span style=""><strong>Your Profile</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style=""> <p><span style="">You hold a <strong>Master’s degree</strong> in Electronics or IT.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">You are passionate about <strong>software development</strong>.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">You have <strong>more than 5 years of experience</strong> in a software development environment.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">You have a strong interest in — or a proven track record with — topics such as the <strong>Internet of Things</strong>, <strong>machine-to-machine communication</strong>, and <strong>app/web development</strong>.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">You are a <strong>team player</strong>, driven to find solutions for technical requirements and specific client inquiries.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">You are capable of <strong>conceptual thinking</strong>.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">You have an <strong>innovative mindset</strong>.</span></p> </li> </ul><p> </p> <p><strong><span style="">Offer</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="">This challenging position offers you growth opportunities at the <strong>European headquarters</strong> of global leading company. We offer a <strong>permanent contract</strong> for an <strong>indefinite period</strong>. From the start you can count on <strong>thorough training and intensive support</strong>. Your <strong>competitive salary</strong> is supplemented with an attractive package of <strong>fringe benefits</strong>. You will have the possibility to work remotely from home 2 days per week.</span></p>