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.

特药事业部-Medical Information Communication Specialist-台州

Company: Sanofi U.S.

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The job posting is for a Medical Information Communication Representative at Sanofi's Specialty Business, located in Tai Zhou. The role involves providing professional support to clients, building partnerships, and contributing to business development. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree or higher in a medical or pharmaceutical field, with at least one year of industry experience. Key qualities sought include adaptability, strong communication and analytical skills, team spirit, and the ability to work under pressure. Sanofi, a global healthcare company, offers opportunities for growth, a supportive team environment, and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, preventive health plans, and parental leave.

Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - Fabrication

Company: GE Vernova

Location: Shanghai, China / Remote

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The job description outlines a leadership role focused on driving growth in business cooperation between GE Power China/ASIA and its supplier base. The primary responsibilities include providing technical focal point for supplier activities related to process control and quality assurance, establishing structured approaches for quality procedures, and working closely with various GE gas Power divisions for First Piece Qualification, Quality Surveillance, and Fulfillment management. The role also involves aiding in supplier approval processes, tracking RFQs and new business opportunities, and driving continuous improvement of supplier performance through Lean/Six Sigma or Hoshin. Qualifications required include a degree in Welding/Fabrication/Mechanical/Power Engineering, hands-on experience in supplier development, familiarity with heavy-duty welding and power generation equipment, strong data analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a cross-functional, global team environment.

Application Developer

Company: IBM

Location: Beijing, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

As an IBM Application Architect, you will directly assist clients in transforming their businesses and solving complex problems. You will define project scopes and visions, using your knowledge of IBM platforms. You will serve as a technical leader, liaising among business partners, technical resources, and project stakeholders. Key responsibilities include end-to-end design, development, and support of large-scale data processing systems, working directly with the Bank's Front Office, Middle Office, and various functions to gather requirements. Familiarity with agile development environments, CI/CD, and devops is required. You should be an excellent developer with strong software design principles, writing robust code with accompanying test suites. All software must be incorporated into the CI/CD process in SABRE. Functional programming experience is a plus.

Order Handling Specialist

Company: Hitachi Energy

Location: Xiamen, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The job posting is for a project management role in Xiamen, China, requiring a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with over 3 years of experience. The role involves order handling, project execution, payment collection, and commercial support for service projects. The candidate will work with the controlling team for cash flow, cost management, and revenue recognition. They will also handle project documentation, customer surveys, and arrange customer training. The role emphasizes the importance of safety, integrity, and good communication skills. Fluency in English and basic Japanese are required.

Chief Data Engineer - Supplyframe

Company: Siemens Digital Industries Software

Location: Mudu, China

Posted Oct 07, 2024

Siemens Digital Industries Software is seeking a skilled web backend developer with experience in Node.js and SaaS industry. The role involves developing, maintaining, and optimizing internal e-commerce and product servers. The ideal candidate should be proficient in commonly used Node.js frameworks, RESTFUL API interfaces, and databases like MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis. Familiarity with computer systems, networks, storage, databases, and CDN is preferred. Siemens offers a comprehensive reward package and values diversity and equality.

(高级)医药代表 /(资深)产品专员

Company: Novartis

Location: Huaibei, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The sales representative is a key driver of customer interactions and sales performance, embodying our customer experience approach. They build deep relationships with customers and healthcare professionals, providing value and driving ethical and compliant growth. Key responsibilities include driving competitive sales growth, identifying high-potential customers through data analysis, orchestrating positive customer experiences, engaging and building relationships, conducting value-oriented conversations, personalizing customer engagement journeys, and developing deep customer insights. The role requires strong sales skills, customer insights, communication, influence, conflict management, negotiation, technical skills, account management, cross-functional coordination, healthcare knowledge, commercial excellence, and ethics.

Manager, IT Digital End User Experience

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a global leader in serving science, is seeking a Manager - IT Digital End User Experience. This role involves overseeing and managing the end user experience within the organization's IT structure, ensuring a seamless and positive experience with IT systems, applications, and support services. Key responsibilities include managing a team of IT professionals, developing strategies to improve end user experience, collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing device deployment and maintenance, enforcing IT policies, monitoring support metrics, resolving technical issues, staying updated with industry trends, collaborating on training programs, and managing vendor relationships.

Medical Information Communication Specia

Company: Sanofi U.S.

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Sanofi is seeking a Medical Information Communication Representative for their Diabetes business unit in Hangzhou. The role involves clinical doctor visits, academic concept dissemination, and execution of regional medical information promotion activities. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, 1-3 years of clinical promotion experience, and possess qualities such as respect, cooperation, courage, honesty, efficiency, stress resistance, good communication skills, promotion skills, professional foundation, academic ability, time management, and regional management skills. Sanofi offers a supportive team environment, opportunities for growth, competitive rewards, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. The company is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Production Agent

Company: Wipro

Location: Dalian, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The role involves providing effective technical support to clients, resolving their issues, and maintaining high service level agreements (SLAs). Key responsibilities include managing transactions, documenting client information, updating availability, tracking queries, and maintaining knowledge bases. The role requires excellent customer service skills, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication. Regular training is necessary to stay updated with product features and changes. The role also involves collaborating with team leaders for capability development and client interaction.

(Sr.) Marketing Manager

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The job description involves harnessing MI to improve vertical markets, designing GTM plans, developing bioscience workflows, optimizing customer engagement, building KOL relationships, and applying internal resources for vertical marketing. The ideal candidate should have a life science education background, extensive product management or marketing experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for marketing. Responsibilities include brand building, strategy development, campaign creation, content marketing, PR management, and cooperation with global/local teams.

System Engineer

Company: Aptiv

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Aptiv, a leading company in advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions, and data connectivity solutions, is seeking a System Engineer. The role involves working closely with stakeholders, developing detailed system requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams, designing and executing test plans, and preparing technical documentation. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, proven experience as an ADAS System Engineer, and familiarity with automotive electronics and real-time operating systems. Aptiv offers an inclusive work environment, opportunities for impact with a focus on safety, and comprehensive support for employees.

Service Training Center Expert

Company: Hitachi Energy

Location: Xiamen, China

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The job description involves developing and delivering training programs for various levels of staff, sourcing venues and vendors, identifying business needs, managing the entire training project lifecycle, and measuring training ROI. The ideal candidate should hold a bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, have more than 3 years of training experience, be a good team player, fluent in English, and have basic Japanese skills. The role requires a commitment to Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity.

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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