Development Technologist

About Us:

We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of collagen products for the food industry. We supply high quality edible films and coatings to over 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries, delivering our purpose of Creating the Added Layer of Value’. Used by customers in the production of a wide variety of sausage and meat products, our aspirations reach beyond our current products and services, and appeal to our natural curiosity to improve what we do.

As a global organisation, we currently employ around 2,000 people spanning the Americas, UK/EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions. We offer careers in research and development, science and food technology, manufacturing and supply chain operations, engineering, sales, and a range of other business support functions. We are always seeking talented people to join the amazing colleagues we have, to keep growing our business.

Our mission is to sustainably utilize technology and biomaterial science-based solutions, to delight our customers. We are a business committed to the pursuit of better. The constant pursuit of what’s next, what’s needed, what’s possible.

About the role

As a Development Technologist, you will bring a creative, analytical and collaborative approach to this role. You will be expected to provide the on-site technical competence in planning, execution and delivery of technology tests whilst producing the required documentation of new products.

Responsibilities

• Project management in the product development process, tailored to your experience and education
• Completion of assigned tasks within projects with an emphasis on compliance with standards and deadlines
• Planning, execution and expert management of technology tests
• Creation of production documentation for new products
• Collaboration with other teams across the company
• External cooperation with universities and specialized companies
• Information sharing and cooperation with colleagues from abroad on global projects

About you

• High school or University education in chemistry or food science is essential for this role (we will consider recent graduates also)
• You must be proficient/fluent in Czech and English languages
• Experience managing and/or leading projects is highly desirable
• Group B driver's license and willingness to travel is essential

What’s Next:

If this sounds like a role that you would be interested in, then we would love to hear from you. Apply with a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Devro.

Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Closing Date: 30th October 2026

*Please note, closing dates are subject to change and, at time of high volume of applications, this may be brought forward.

Equality and diversity at Devro:

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive working environment in which all employees are respected and supported regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or social background. We expressly welcome applications from people with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Our goal is to ensure equal opportunities and actively combat discrimination – both in the application process and in everyday working life.