Head of Division Platforms & Infrastructure | Head of Division Platforms & Infrastructure (m/w/d)

Job Summary

As the Head of Division Platforms & Infrastructure at Zeppelin GmbH, you will hold overall responsibility for the stable, secure, and future-oriented operation of the group's IT infrastructure. Your primary mission involves leading the transformation of the legacy IT landscape toward modern, cloud-oriented, and highly automated platforms. You will direct multiple specialized teams across areas such as Core Services, Managed Client, and Identity Governance, while overseeing the IT Service Desk and on-site support to ensure high service quality. A significant portion of the role involves managing international offshore service providers and developing sustainable cloud and hosting strategies focused on scalability and resilience. This position is ideal for a strategic leader who can balance technical architecture development—including Infrastructure as Code and hybrid IT environments—with rigorous budget management and stakeholder engagement at the C-level. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape the digital backbone of a values-driven foundation company committed to climate neutrality and professional growth.