The Bosch group has more than 400 000 employees around the world, present in 60 countries, and we are proud to impact people’s lives and to work towards a more sustainable future.

In Ovar, our main mission is to guarantee everyone's safety by being ready to act in the event of danger. Our company, with about 1200 associates, develops, creates and produces inspiring solutions for a safe and enjoyable life. This success is due to the highly qualified people with a high level of knowledge and their dedication that makes and contributes for the unique environment we have in Bosch: The feeling of a Family.

Building solutions for a better life. The Bosch Building Technologies division is a leading international provider of systems, solutions and services that increase the safety of people, buildings and property and also contribute to greater comfort, energy efficiency and sustainability.

Bosch Building Technologies is divided into the international product business and the regional system integration business. Currently, the three product areas of video systems, access control & intrusion detection systems and communication systems as well as the associated cross-divisional functions within the division are to be set up as an independent unit and then further developed as a sustainable core business by a new owner.

International and interdisciplinary cooperation: As Head of Engineering Toolchain (RnD IT), you will be part of the new company to be set up in the future and thus contribute to a globally networked team of around 4300 colleagues operating in over 50 countries.

Your contribution to something big: 

• Oversee the operations of IT systems, solutions, and applications for Product Creation in a globally, multi-site engineering network, covering Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, as well as embedded and backend, Web-app, mobile App, and Cloud Software Engineering
• Primary focus is on the steering and monitoring of various third-party providers who operate server infrastructure, data networks, security systems, in a complex system and application landscape
• Get Requirements and Architecture of the IDE (Integrated Development Environment) developed in close cooperation with engineering departments of different business units
• Provision of tools and align with IT infrastructure team on sufficient environment for e.g mCAD / eCAD, simulation, modelling, test(-automation), multi-site build-chains, AI training systems to environment for XaaS dev ops teams
• Ensure that Engineering IT systems, solutions and applications are operated reliable efficient and secure
• Service and contract management for the performance-oriented management of external service providers based on service level agreements
• Define and implement efficient security measures to minimize security risks (cyber security) for the IDE in close cooperation with the Chief Information Security Officer
• Work with executives, department heads, system users and other stakeholders to ensure maximum effectiveness and robustness of IDE, including optimization and reasonable harmonization
• Ensure that the organization has an appropriate emergency strategy and contingency plans in place

What distinguishes you:

• Several years of leadership experience in an international and intercultural context with personnel and budget responsibility
• Proven track record in effectively managing a comprehensive and international portfolio of IT services, most of them sourced from partners
• Experience in identifying and implementing performance measures
• Good understanding of currently available technical IT solutions and future requirements
• Solid understanding of the organization's business objectives, processes, and priorities to align IT infrastructure strategies with the overall goals of the organization and make informed decisions that support business growth
• Initiative and excellent communication skills, business fluent in written and spoken English, German of advantage
• High level of commitment and resilience in a challenging and changing environment
• Independent working style coupled with a willingness to take responsibility and assertiveness

Work #LikeABosch includes:

Flexible work conditions | Hybrid work system | Exchange with colleagues around the world | Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic) | Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications | Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products | Sports and health related activities (gym) | Free parking lot | Canteen

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Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!