Sr. Developer-Agile PLM

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient PLM Windchill (WC) Senior Developer to support the development, customization, and integration of the PTC Windchill platform, FlexPLM, ThingWorx and CAD applications within CPG indistry. This role will focus on delivering scalable solutions that enhance product lifecycle management capabilities across Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing functions. The developer will also play a key role in supporting digital transformation initiatives using ThingWorx for  dashboards, and process automation. The candidate must be willing to work on site 4 days a week in Hyderabad, during US EST time zone. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

Windchill Development 

• Design, develop, and maintain custom modules, workflows, and user interfaces within the Windchill PLM environment. 

• Implement and enhance business rules, lifecycle templates, data models, and access control settings. 

• Support Windchill configurations related to BOM management, change management, document control, and CAD data integrations. 

ThingWorx Development 

• Develop and deploy custom ThingWorx mashups, services, and dashboards to extend PLM capabilities and enable real-time visibility into product and process data. 

• Integrate ThingWorx applications with Windchill and other enterprise systems for enhanced user experience and insights. 

• Support digital thread initiatives using ThingWorx analytics and connectivity modules. 

Integrations & System Support 

• Develop APIs and interfaces to integrate Windchill with ERP, MES, CAD, and regulatory systems. 

• Troubleshoot performance, security, and data quality issues within Windchill and ThingWorx. 

• Provide tier-2/3 support for PLM users and partner with infrastructure teams on upgrades, patches, and performance tuning. 

• Develop enhancements, workflows, extensions, and configurations within FlexPLM/Windchill. 

• Collaborate with business analysts and solution architects to understand requirements and translate them into scalable solutions. 

• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide production support for existing PLM systems. 

• Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards and PLM best practices. 

• Participate in system upgrades, performance tuning, and migration projects. 

• Oracle PL/SQL (required); use of Stored Procedures & Functions. 

Documentation & Collaboration 

• Maintain detailed technical design documents, release notes, and deployment guides. 

• Collaborate closely with business analysts, PLM architects, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions. 

• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and system validation activities. 

Communication: Facilitate effective communication between offshore and onshore teams, ensuring transparency and alignment on project status, risks, and issues. 

Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve technical and operational challenges to ensure smooth project execution. 

Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns or requirements. 

Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 

• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience with PTC Windchill development (Customization, Workflows, Info*Engine, Java). 

• Technical Skills: Act as a technical expert in developing and customizing FlexPLM, Windchill, and ThingWorx applications including mashups, data services, and integrations. Strong understanding of product lifecycle concepts, data models, and PLM best practices. Proficiency in Java, JSP, XML, and web services. Support the integration of CAD tools (e.g., Creo, AutoCAD) with PLM systems. 

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and inspire technical teams, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges. 

• Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and manage teams across different time zones. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Windchill modules like PDMLink, MPMLink, and ProjectLink. 

• Exposure to CAD integrations (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) and visualization tools. 

• Familiarity with Agile development practices and tools (e.g., JIRA, Git). 

• Knowledge of DevOps for Windchill/ThingWorx environments is a plus.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:

We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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