IT Line Manager

Introduction

We are looking for an experienced Group Lead that can play a key role in bringing our IT R&D PLM team to the next level. Do you think you’re the right candidate fort his job? In that case we’re looking for you!

Context of the position

In the IT Solution Delivery for R&D department we provide IT services to ASML’s Development and Engineering departments. The IT R&D PLM department provides IT solutions primarily for D&E’s Hardware Engineering. Together with the rest of the IT department, we have transformed into an agile organization, delivering our services through business facing Agile Release Teams (ART’s).

As Group Lead you will manage the employees working in the ART’s. We collaborate intensively with Enterprise Service Providers and strive for continuously improving the performance of the ART. Delivery Speed and Quality are key, which make your focus on the right craftmanship of your team essential.

Job Mission

You are an excellent people manager in an Agile/SAFe world. You are keen on developing and coaching individuals to become valuable members of high-performing teams.

You have a good understanding of the expertise in the domains of Product Lifecycle Management and Hardware Engineering, such as configuration management, engineering change, mechanical design and work instructions.

You closely collaborate with the Leading Coalition of the Agile Release Trains (ART) consisting of a Release Train Engineer (RTE), Chief Product Owner (CPO) and the System Architect (SA) and support them in becoming successful. You have an intrinsic drive towards continuous improvement. As a manager you will also be responsible for portfolio management together with the business stakeholders, budgeting, supplier relationship management and areas of general interest to your team.

Job Description

• As a Group Lead you will have the following responsibilities:
  • Identify staffing needs within the ART, in collaboration with the Leading Coalition.
  • Provide staffing for the ART with the required competencies.
  • Work towards a stable staffing for the ART (hire/fire/promote/demote).
  • Maintain and improve the domain knowledge within your teams.
• Develop and implement changes to the job profiles and roles of the team.
• Support internal employees with their personal development and provide career coaching.
• Manage supplier relationships, contracting external employees, in consultation with internal parties.
• Act as delegate IT Business Partner of the department manager if required. As business partner you will be responsible for the delivery of the subportfolio for PLM in IT R&D.

Education

• At least a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Informatics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent experience.
   

Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience with building self-organizing (scrum) teams
• At least 2 years’ experience in a scaled agile environment
• Preferably a technical background or a strong interest in technology
• Experience in managing vendors and external personnel.
• Experience in an equivalent environment (size, complexity, industry, domain) is a strong plus.

Personal skills

• Highly-motivated, with a strong work ethic and able to work independently.
• Analytic mindset, able to quickly assess issues and their root causes.
• Strategic and creative thinking, solving today’s problems while keeping in mind a long-term plan.
• Agile leadership, good coaching, influencing and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communicator, good listener. Diplomatic.
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills.

If you are interested in this vacancy please apply!

Diversity and inclusion

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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