Head of Application Development | Abteilungsleitung Anwendungsentwicklung (m/w/d)

Job Summary

The University of Saarland is seeking a Head of Application Development to lead a team of motivated software developers within its Higher Education IT Center (HIZ). This role involves overseeing the execution and continuous development of various software development projects, actively contributing to software development, and shaping the cross-departmental digital transformation into the cloud. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring project goals and timelines are met, developing team and individual objectives, and acting as a contact person and coach for colleagues. The position requires a strong background in software development, particularly within SAP environments, and experience in leading development teams and managing projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive leader passionate about new technologies and team collaboration in a dynamic university setting.