.**Key Qualifications and Competencies**- 5+ years experience in either software, system, or enterprise architecture disciplines- Expert ability to program in multiple programming languages in multiple operating systems.- Proven ability to lead and work on large/complex system deployment projects in a team environment.- Proven working experience in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows/Linux-based environments.- Operation and solution delivery experience.- Linux administration and scripting experience.- Linux LAMP stack experience (e.G. automation, installation, load balancer, maintenance).- Solid Cloud experience, preferably in AWS- Experience with virtualization and containerization (e.G., VMware, AWS, Azure, and GCP)- Experience with automation software and tooling (e.G. Jenkins)- Solid networking knowledge (OSI network layers, TCP/IP)- Proficiency in building and maintaining vSphere virtual infrastructure- Demonstrated experience in aligning stakeholders, building consensus, and driving change at scale.- Proven experience managing the evaluation, selection, delivery, and performance of technology solution providers and offerings.- Demonstrated ability to develop enterprise architecture models and strategic roadmaps, or equivalent practical experience.- Experience as a technical lead for a major technology implementation- Strong business and technical acumen with an understanding of Enterprise Architecture(EA) tools and techniques.- Experience designing and implementing complex multi-system platforms and vendors.- Experience coordinating multi-system and computing environments in independent computing facilities.- Proven ability to develop appropriate plans to meet computing needs.- Advanced knowledge of security trends and best practices.- Keen interest in accepting challenges, learning, improving, and automating processes.- Experience with monitoring systems- Takes initiative to proactively handle multiple demands by demonstrating flexibility for optimum customer satisfaction- Works collaboratively within teams and contributes to group outcomes- Understands complex strategic concepts and relationships by analyzing problems from different points of view. Applies broad knowledge and experience to address critical issues- Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills in both German and English**Extras**- Ability to script in some high-level language (Python, Bash, Powershell, etc)- Experience using configuration management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet, etc) or infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform)- Experience using Git**Primary Responsibilities**- Partner with the functional IT teams and Engineering DevOps to ensure that solutions align to the reference architecture model and technology strategy. Lead the IT enterprise-wide technical and business discussions relative to future enterprise direction