Evoca Group is a world-leading producer of professional coffee and vending machines for out-of-home consumption, anchored in more than 90 years of coffee and vending heritage. Together, our broad portfolio of brands offers a complete range of products to bring great coffee and vending products to our ~10,000 customers — serving consumers across hotels, restaurants, office buildings, public spaces, and more.

We are looking for an R&D; Manager – Payment Systems & Digital Solutions to lead the development of payment systems and digital solutions within our Electronics R&D; Team.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with leadership and project management skills. She/He will be responsible for driving the development of hardware, firmware, mobile, and cloud-based solutions, leading a team of 3–5 engineers, and ensuring the successful execution of projects from concept to market launch.

This role requires a broad product vision, a hands‑on approach to problem-solving, and the ability to coordinate both internal resources and external partners in a dynamic and innovation‑driven environment.

Your responsibilities will be:

- Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary R&D; team of 3–5 engineers, fostering technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth
- Drive the development of payment systems and digital solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and product strategy
- Manage Hardware, Firmware, Mobile, and Cloud development projects throughout their complete lifecycle
- Define technical roadmaps, product architectures, and technology choices in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
- Coordinate the integration of embedded devices, mobile applications, cloud platforms, and backend services
- Ensure effective collaboration among Hardware, Firmware, Software, and Product teams to achieve successful product delivery




- Lead technical problem‑solving activities, identifying root causes and driving robust corrective actions
- Manage technical activities performed by external partners and suppliers, ensuring quality, timelines, and compliance with requirements
- Support product innovation through the evaluation and adoption of new technologies, methodologies, and development tools
- Oversee project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and execution to ensure project goals are achieved

To be successful in this role you’ll need to have:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Proven experience in R&D;, engineering management, or technical leadership roles
- Experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Solid understanding of embedded systems, firmware development, and electronics
- Ability to read and understand electronic schematics
- Experience managing complex projects involving hardware, software, mobile, and cloud technologies
- Strong product-oriented mindset with a global view of system design, customer needs, and business objectives
- Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Results‑driven approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment
- Experience collaborating with external development partners and suppliers

Nice to have:

- Experience in electronic payment systems, fintech, POS solutions,



or self‑service devices
- Knowledge of Android and oOS application development
- Familiarity with Cloud platforms and backend architectures
- Experience with IoT and connected devices
- Experience working in international and cross‑functional organizations

What we offer:

- Full-time permanent contract with a multinational company that is a leader in its industry.
- B3 classification under the Italian Metalworkers' Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL Metalmeccanici Industria). Gross annual salary (RAL) starting from €45.000, commensurate with experience, skills, and seniority
- Performance bonus of up to €5,430 and an MBO incentive scheme.
- Welfare and benefits package, including: €550 annual corporate welfare allowance; on‑site company cafeteria offering complete balanced meals at highly subsidized rates; free company parking; dedicated employee discounts
- Lavoro da remoto and flexible working hours
- Additional paid leave for medical appointments and initiatives supporting parenthood
- Time‑saving services designed to make everyday life easier
- An international work environment that promotes employee well‑being and collaboration, through dedicated initiatives as part of the WHP (Workplace Health Promotion) Program
- A performance management and feedback system designed to recognize and enhance employees' contributions

We are committed to guarantee equal employment opportunities. We believe in respect, trust and empathy, in a work environment without discrimination.

We select candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, socioeconomic background or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. During the entire recruiting and hiring process, the Company promotes the principles of equal opportunities, non‑discrimination and transparency.

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📌 R&D Manager – Payment Systems & Digital Solutions (Valbrembo)
🏢 Evoca Group
📍 Valbrembo