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Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is\nperceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this\nas a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered\nregardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion,\nage, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability.\nid=\"profile-img\"\nsrc=\"https://www.zumtobelgroup.com/images/myjob/Andrew-Walker.jpg\"\nclass=\"aspect-square rounded-full bg-slate-300 h-24 w-24\"\nalt=\"Profile picture\"\n/>\nAs the contact person for this position, a great candidate\nexperience is important to me! I will reach out to you within 7\ndays. Please inform me of any assistance you may need, so I can\nbest support you throughout the hiring process.\nTalent Acquisition Partner\nAndrew Walker\n\nWho we are\nWe at Tridonic are a leading global player in lighting technology that produces innovative hardware\nand software for smart and sustainable lighting solutions. 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