Software Project Manager (m/f/d)

About the job

The IT sector is our core competence, on which Hays has developed. We are the largest privately organised IT personnel service company in Germany and have the right offer for every career level - whether you are interested in vacancies in agile SMEs or strong DAX corporations. We master the complete IT spectrum from support to software architecture or digitalisation - thanks to our extensive portfolio, there is something for everyone. Over the past decades, we have been able to support countless IT specialists and executives in setting the course for a successful career within the framework of a life-long partnership. Our consulting team is specialised and thus able to respond to your wishes and ideas and prepare you thoroughly for job interviews and contract negotiations. Try it out and find out what the market has to offer you - completely free, discreet and without obligation! We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Description

• Management and successful implementation of software introduction and migration projects in the educational environment
• Responsibility for deadlines, quality, customer satisfaction and economic project success
• Consulting and support of schools, school administrations and other public institutions in the introduction of modern software solutions
• Recording, analysing and specifying customer requirements as well as creating concepts and implementation scenarios
• Planning and execution of data migrations as well as parameterisation and configuration of the software solution
• Conducting tests and ensuring smooth commissioning
• Training of users and administrators
• Management and coordination of various stakeholders on the customer and company side
• Professional handling of demanding project situations as well as transparent communication in case of changes, delays or new requirements
• Close cooperation with application managers and technical specialists in more complex technical issues

Profile

• Experience in managing software or IT projects
• Technical background, ideally in business informatics, computer science or a comparable field
• Enjoyment in not only managing projects but also actively and technically shaping them
• Experience in areas such as data migration, software introduction, customising, testing or process analysis
• Ability to translate professional requirements into technical solutions
• Strong customer orientation and confident appearance in demanding customer situations
• Analytical, structured and independent working style
• Knowledge of the Swiss education system or public administration is an advantage
• Alternatively, interest in and understanding of school organisations, school administrations and their processes
• Very good German skills as well as understanding of Swiss German

The Offer

• Opportunity to actively shape the digitalisation of schools and administrations
• Responsible role with plenty of scope for design and personal responsibility
• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths
• Flexible working hours and home office options
• Attractive employment conditions with at least five weeks’ holiday plus additional benefits