Tech Jobs in Shanghai, China

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Shanghai’s skyline of skyscrapers mirrors its booming tech sector. The city hosts the annual China International Internet Expo and the Shanghai Mobile Internet Conference, drawing global talent and investors. With 4,557 open tech listings, developers, data scientists and product managers find a competitive ecosystem fueled by strong venture capital flows and a culture of rapid prototyping.

Key players in Shanghai include Alibaba’s Shanghai HQ, Tencent’s AI Lab, ByteDance’s data center, DJI’s robotics campus, and SenseTime’s AI research hub. Fintech giants like Ant Financial and Ping An operate large Shanghai branches, while cloud giants Huawei Cloud and Alibaba Cloud maintain regional data centers. Startups in autonomous driving, health tech, and 5G infrastructure also thrive in neighborhoods such as Pudong’s Lujiazui district and Xuhui’s Xujiahui tech corridor.

Living costs in Shanghai are high: average monthly rent for a one‑bedroom in Jing’an or Xuhui ranges from ¥8,000‑¥12,000, while public transport and meals add another ¥2,000‑¥3,000. Transparent salary data helps candidates gauge whether a role’s compensation—often 20,000‑35,000 RMB a month for software engineers—covers these expenses and allows for savings. Knowing the salary band before an interview removes guesswork and speeds up the negotiation process.

Shift Leader

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Shift Leader for their China Manufacturing division. The role involves managing a team to meet production tasks, ensuring safety and quality, implementing quality control, organizing operators, and improving production efficiency. The ideal candidate should have molding experience, Lean production concept knowledge, and strong problem-solving skills. Familiarity with common software like Excel, Word, and SAP is required. The position demands a strong sense of responsibility, initiative, and the ability to work under pressure for 12-hour shifts. Minimum 3 years of production management experience in a similar industry is necessary.

(高级)医药代表 /(资深)产品专员

Company: Novartis

Location: Xinzhou, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

The Sales Representative is the primary driver of customer interaction and sales performance. They represent our customer experience method, building strong relationships to create value for customers and patients in a compliant and ethical manner. The role involves visiting target customers, participating in academic promotion events, improving customer service quality, and timely execution of reporting systems. They also actively participate in compliance projects, setting an example for compliance culture. Advanced roles like Senior Medical Representative, Product Specialist, and Senior Product Specialist require additional tasks such as assisting new reps, promoting diversity and equal employment opportunities, and adhering to relevant regulations in healthcare institutions. Novartis is committed to creating an excellent, inclusive work environment and diverse team for patients and communities. The role requires a background in biology, pharmacy, chemistry, or related fields, with relevant work experience. Novartis offers a collaborative, supportive environment for breakthroughs that change patients' lives.

(高级)医药代表 /(资深)产品专员

Company: Novartis

Location: Wuchuan, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Novartis is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Representative or Senior Product Specialist to expedite patient benefits from their products. The role involves representing Novartia's cutting-edge pharmaceutical knowledge and optimized treatment plans to clinical doctors, aiming for cost-effective, safe, and efficient patient care. The position reports directly to the Regional Manager. Key responsibilities include visiting target clients, organizing academic promotion events, improving customer service, timely reporting, and contributing to compliance projects. Novartis is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and diverse team. Requirements include a relevant professional background, high level of English proficiency, and compliance with industry regulations. Novartis offers a collaborative, passionate team environment focused on patient care and professional growth.

Business Development Manager

Company: Flex

Location: Mudu, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Flex, a diversified manufacturing partner, seeks a Sr. BD Manager or Business Development Director in Suzhou, China. The role involves developing strategies for growing Flex's business, focusing on global OEMs and Chinese-based medical companies. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in engineering or a related field, 7-10 years of sales experience in medical technology, and understanding of regulatory requirements. They will lead planning, design, and implementation of business plans, establish senior-level relationships, and work closely with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams. Flex offers competitive benefits including social insurance, life insurance, and PTO. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FINANCE ANALYST II - PLANT OPERATIONS

Company: TE Connectivity

Location: Shenzhen, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

The job posting at TE involves providing financial support and performance analysis to global/regional operations and plant management teams. The role requires an exceptional business partner to drive organizational success through financial strategies. Key responsibilities include managing a team of operational financial analysts/plant controllers, consolidation and analysis of actual results/forecasts/budgets, conducting monthly plant reviews, and supporting capital investments. The position also involves coordination with the regional/global BU supply chain team. The ideal candidate should have experience in CapEx Management, Fixed assets and CIP management, and Spare parts management.

车计算硬件架构

Company: Lenovo

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Lenovo, a global technology giant, is seeking a hardware engineer with 6+ years of experience in complex electronics products, preferably in the automotive domain. The role involves working with stakeholders to analyze key technologies, understand hardware trends, and support product definition. The ideal candidate should be an expert in one of the five products: ADAS/AD domain controller, Infotainment, Gateway, Central Compute, or Zonal Controller. Familiarity with mainstream vehicle compute SOCs & MCUs, and key technologies in vehicle compute systems is required. The position also involves engaging with key customers, supporting internal teams, and demonstrating a proven track record in bringing complex systems to mass production.

Graphics Tools Software Engineer Intern

Company: NVIDIA

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

NVIDIA, a global leader in GPU computing, is seeking a talented Graphics Tools Software Engineer Intern. The role involves creating developer tools for NVIDIA GPUs, enabling developers to optimize their graphics code. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, excellent C++ skills, and proficiency in graphics programming APIs. Knowledge of 3D Graphics Algorithms, GPU Architectures, and heterogeneous computing is a plus. NVIDIA is committed to fostering diversity and is considered one of the most desirable employers in the tech world.

Customer and Partner Solutions Engineer II, gTech

Company: Google

Location: Beijing, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

gTech Ads is a global team responsible for providing technical support and media services for Google's Ad products. They offer a range of services from self-help support to complex technical solutions for large customers. The role involves providing technical consulting services around Google APIs, understanding business challenges, and proposing innovative solutions. The team works closely with Business, Support, and Product teams to develop better tools and services, ensuring customers get the best return on investment with Google.

Software Engineer II - Marketplace - Self Service

Company: Booking.com

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Booking.com, a data-driven company with technology at its core, seeks a Software Developer to develop, maintain, and scale their public website and internal systems. The role involves rapid development of scalable systems, problem-solving, A/B testing, and contributing to the growth of the company. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of software development experience, knowledge of distributed systems, and hands-on experience with open-source data technologies. The position offers global impact, a fast-paced culture, and a competitive compensation package. Booking.com values diversity and inclusion, with employees representing over 140 nationalities.

县域主任/县域主管

Company: Novartis

Location: Dali, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Sales representatives are key drivers for customer interaction and sales performance. They embody our customer experience methods, fostering strong relationships to create value for customers and patients ethically and in compliance. The role involves visiting target clients, participating in academic promotion events, improving customer service, timely reporting, and collaborating on compliance projects. Novartis is committed to creating an excellent, inclusive work environment and diverse team. Requirements include relevant professional background, high school diploma or above, and work experience in the pharmaceutical field. Novartis offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, accessibility for disabled individuals, and a supportive network for career development.

Innovation Brand Manager - Scotch

Company: Diageo

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Diageo is offering a significant opportunity for a cross-functional leadership role in Shanghai, China, focusing on innovation for the Johnnie Walker luxury range and Diageo's premium Single Malts. The role involves end-to-end innovation, from strategic opportunity identification to commercialization, with a primary focus on key luxury projects like Blue Label, XR, and cultural limited editions. The successful candidate will work closely with Innovation, Marketing, Commercial, and Supply teams, influencing stakeholders globally. Key responsibilities include leading project development, managing budgets, and developing new product value chains. The role requires 3+ years of experience at or above brand manager level, with proven skills in leveraging consumer insights, developing strategies, and managing cross-functional teams.

UI Designer

Company: Pfizer

Location: Hangzhou, China

Posted Nov 07, 2024

Pfizer is seeking a design professional with a bachelor's degree or higher in relevant fields such as visual communication, art design, or fine arts. The candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in PC and mobile product design, with a portfolio showcasing large-scale UI design projects and the ability to build component libraries and design standards. Familiarity with visual design methods, proficiency in design software, and UI animation skills are required. The ideal candidate should possess strong aesthetic sense, insight, and a high learning ability to creatively propose and implement design solutions. Experience in customer experience, service design, and journey management in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry is essential, along with market trend knowledge and understanding of the latest digital products in this sector. Fluency in English and cross-functional communication skills are necessary, along with innovative and entrepreneurial spirit to manage priorities, solve obstacles, and make decisions in complex environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Shanghai, China?
Shanghai’s tech scene offers roles such as software engineer (front‑end, back‑end, full‑stack), data scientist, machine‑learning engineer, AI researcher, product manager, UI/UX designer, cybersecurity analyst, cloud architect, DevOps engineer, and technical project manager. Companies like Alibaba, DJI, SenseTime, Tencent, and local fintech startups actively recruit these positions.
Are tech roles in Shanghai remote, hybrid, or on‑site?
While many global firms maintain a hybrid model, 70% of Shanghai tech jobs still require on‑site presence in the city’s business districts. Remote work is common for roles that rely on digital collaboration, such as data analysis or certain engineering positions, but in‑office days are often needed for team alignment and client meetings.
Which companies are the largest employers for tech talent in Shanghai?
Top employers include Alibaba Group (Shanghai HQ), Tencent Technology (Shanghai), ByteDance (Shanghai data center), DJI Innovations, SenseTime Technology, Ping An Technology, Huawei Technologies, Xiaomi Shanghai, and Ant Financial’s Shanghai office. These firms offer structured career paths and international exposure.
What salary range can I expect for tech positions in Shanghai?
Average monthly salaries in Shanghai vary by role and experience. Junior software engineers earn 15,000‑20,000 RMB, mid‑level 20,000‑30,000 RMB, senior 30,000‑45,000 RMB. Data scientists command 20,000‑35,000 RMB, while product managers range 18,000‑35,000 RMB. Salary ranges are higher in fintech, AI, and cloud sectors, reflecting market demand.
How should I prepare for relocating to Shanghai for a tech job?
Start by securing a work visa (usually a Z‑visa) and registering with local authorities upon arrival. Choose housing in districts like Jing’an, Xuhui, or Pudong for proximity to tech hubs. Learn basic Mandarin phrases for everyday tasks, attend local meetups and coworking spaces like WeWork Shanghai or Zhongguancun Innovation Park, and use the metro system to navigate the city efficiently. Keep your LinkedIn updated and reach out to alumni or recruiters who have already relocated.

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