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Work at Ridder

We believe people are at their best when they connect, work together, and collaborate. By encouraging open communication, learning, growth, and enjoyment, we help our team grow both personally and professionally.

System Architect

We are looking for an experienced System Architect to design and build a next-generation greenhouse climate control system from the ground up. This role combines embedded systems, AI/ML, IoT, and cloud integration into one scalable platform for sustainable agriculture.

System Architect

About Ridder

At Ridder we work with passion alongside our customers to build a more sustainable agro food sector, worldwide. As a key player in international horticulture we develop and deliver technical solutions that help growers produce food and flowers more sustainably. As an innovative family company, our 350 colleagues have been supporting customers across the globe for more than 70 years.

 

A fully autonomous, intelligent greenhouse is still a future vision, but Ridder has been building the foundation for years. Our portfolio of hardware, software and services, including drive systems, climate screens and growing solutions, makes us unique in the greenhouse and horticulture market. From two production sites in the Netherlands and sales offices in France, Spain, Mexico, the United States, Canada and China, our products reach partners such as installers and greenhouse builders, as well as end users including growers and livestock farmers.

 

What you can expect at Ridder

We join forces every day to make things a little better for our customers. That applies to our service and products, and just as much to our people. Your personal development comes first. Your ideas and your vision matter. Together we set goals, and we see it as our task to help you reach them.

We are looking for an experienced System Architect to design and build a next-generation greenhouse climate control system from the ground up. This role combines embedded systems, AI/ML, IoT, and cloud integration into one scalable platform for sustainable agriculture.

 

About the role

  • Define and lead the system architecture across hardware, software, and data layers.
  • Design embedded control systems for sensors and actuators.
  • Develop a data architecture to power AI/ML-driven climate optimization.
  • Select and integrate the right technologies, protocols, and platforms.
  • Collaborate with engineers, AI experts, and agronomists to deliver a modular, secure solution.

 

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years in system or solution architecture (embedded/AI/IoT/industrial systems).
  • Strong background in embedded design, real-time control, and AI/ML applications.
  • Experience with cloud + edge computing and industrial communication protocols.
  • Strong communicator, fluent in English (Dutch is a plus).
  • Based in the Netherlands (or willing to relocate).

 

Nice to have

  • Experience in greenhouse tech, precision agriculture, or industrial automation.
  • Knowledge of model predictive control and/or digital twin systems.

 

Why join us

  • Contribute to the new generation of climate control systems
  • Collaborate in a supportive and dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • 29 days of leave.
  • Good pension program.
  • Great team, with parties and company drinks.
System Architect
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Jeroen Heijkoop
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Our brand values
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Connect

We connect by showing genuine interest in one another, listening attentively and being open to others’ perspectives.

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Stronger together

By combining our knowledge we become stronger together. This collaboration allows us to work together on innovative and integrated solutions.

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Going the extra mile

We go the extra mile by not only doing what we say, but by also being solution-oriented and proactively seeking ways to make a difference and grow together.

We are proud of our unique knowledge and expertise

Ridder has been pioneering innovation of greenhouse technology since 1953. Today, we provide a broad range of essential greenhouse systems and solutions.

By connecting products, knowledge and services across multiple domains, we support our customers in creating the ideal growing environment. Always looking forward and working together for a sustainable future.

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We’re making an impact worldwide.
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Years of innovation in horticulture.

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