Fiskars Group
Manager, Front-End & Advanced Development – R&D
OUR ROLE
We are seeking a dynamic Manager, Front-End & Advanced Development to join our R&D team at Fiskars Group. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on transforming crazy ideas into viable solutions for both manual and battery-powered tools.
Your mission? To dream big and make it real—developing groundbreaking concepts and technical solutions that redefine functionality and elevate user experience. You will lead early-stage ideation, explore unconventional approaches, and turn bold ideas into tangible prototypes that inspire the future of our products.
You will manage front-end innovation projects, coordinate agile sprints and multidisciplinary teams while actively contributing to concept creation and technical problem-solving. Your strong technical background in mechanical engineering, hardware/electronics, or embedded systems, combined with experience in agile development and Scrum, will enable you to orchestrate innovation and deliver breakthrough solutions.
This role does not include line management responsibilities—instead, you will guide teams through ideation, prototyping, and feasibility validation, ensuring bold concepts become manufacturable products. If you thrive in early-stage development, love creating disruptive ideas, and want to shape the future of consumer tools, Fiskars Group is the place for you.
This position is based in Espoo, Finland, and reports to our Senior Director, R&D. The role is full-time and hybrid.
WHAT YOU’LL DO AT FISKARS GROUP
Responsibilities:
Lead front-end innovation projects, managing sprints and coordinating multidisciplinary teams using agile practices.
Act as Scrum Master, facilitating planning, reviews, and retrospectives to keep projects on track.
Drive ideation sessions and turn bold, unconventional ideas into feasible technical concepts for manual and battery-powered tools.
Contribute hands-on to technical development, creating prototypes and validating advanced solutions.
Collaborate with industrial designers, engineers, and product managers to merge creativity with technical rigor.
Ensure alignment with project goals, timelines, and resource planning while fostering an innovative team culture.
Stay ahead of emerging technologies, materials, and design trends to fuel disruptive innovation.
WHO YOU ARE
Experience:
MSc/BSc degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related field.
Minimum 8+ years of experience in product development with strong technical expertise in one or more areas: mechanical design, hardware/electronics, or embedded systems.
Proven experience in agile development and Scrum Master role.
Passion for innovation and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, front-end development environment.
Strong ideation and problem-solving skills and a track record of turning unconventional ideas into successful products.
Familiarity with CAD tools, prototyping methods, and system-level design principles.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
START YOUR JOURNEY AT FISKARS GROUP
We are eagerly awaiting your application. We review applications on a continuous basis, so please submit your CV in English today!
For further information please contact: Juha Huhtala, Senior Director, R&D: +358 40 706 2125 (available on 12.12 between 8-10 am and 18.12 between 14-16 hrs) or email: [email protected]
We are committed to protecting your personal data, so we only accept applications through our career website. Join us and be part of our journey to create value through strong brands, innovative products, and unique design.
Apply now and make your mark with Fiskars Group!
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Last day of application:
2026-02-06*****
At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:
Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.
Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.
Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.
Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.
Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.
Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.
Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.
Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.
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Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary
Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.
BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita’s net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.
BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars’ net sales were EUR 547 million.
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What We Do
Fiskars Group’s vision is to create a positive, lasting impact on our quality of life. Our brands Fiskars, Gerber, Iittala, Royal Copenhagen, Waterford, and Wedgwood are present in people’s everyday lives – at home, in the garden, and outdoors. This gives us an opportunity to make the everyday extraordinary today, and for future generations.
We have a presence in 30 countries, and our products are available in more than 100 countries. Our shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki (FSKRS).
