Job Post Senior IT Expert EA-1237

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Senior IT Expert

Location: Bonn, Germany

Field: Defense

Type: Full-time/%50 Remote

Project Overview

The position supports the establishment and implementation of an Automation Competence Center within a digital transformation department. The expert will collaborate closely with cross-functional project teams and service delivery units to define automation strategy, governance, and integration frameworks for enterprise-wide automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and define roles, responsibilities, and objectives for the Automation Competence Center.
• Design collaboration models with service-providing units (e.g., automation service packages, delivery frameworks).
• Define the positioning and value proposition of automation within the organization, including product benefits and cost structures.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and commissioning of automation solutions across departments.
• Ensure alignment of automation initiatives with organizational strategy, standards, and digitalization goals.
• Lead or coordinate automation-related projects, ensuring technical quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define best practices, integration methods, and operating models for automation systems.
• Oversee change and release management processes related to automation tools and platforms.
• Support organizational learning by establishing documentation standards, process guidelines, and knowledge-sharing mechanisms.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Business Information Systems, Economics, Computer Science, or a comparable qualification.
• Languages: Proficiency in German (C1) and English according to CEFR standards.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proven experience with common automation platforms such as Ansible, UiPath, or PEGA.
  • Strong understanding of agile project management methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) or equivalent certifications (e.g., IPMA Level D, PRINCE2, Professional Scrum Master/Product Owner).
  • Solid experience in change and release management of automation systems.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration involving engineering, IT, production, and maintenance teams.
• Proven record of at least 10 years in multidisciplinary IT or engineering environments.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in managing or coordinating automation-related projects.

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and moderation abilities.
• Structured, analytical, and goal-oriented working style.
• Professional demeanor and ability to perform under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management capabilities.

Additional Competencies

• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing automation roadmaps.
• Practical knowledge of cloud-based integration and deployment methods (DevOps/CI/CD).
• Familiarity with organizational change processes and IT governance structures.
• Experience in defining KPIs and measuring success of automation initiatives.

Work Environment

• Dynamic, interdisciplinary teams working on enterprise-level automation and digital transformation.
• Hybrid work model with approximately 50% remote flexibility.
• High degree of autonomy and collaboration across multiple business and IT domains.

What we offer:

Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.