SaaS - Head of Unit (f/m/d)

Deutsche Börse Prague Branch • Prague

Learn. Develop. Grow. But always: Share value

Join our international team that drives positive change, united by a spirit of openness and curiosity. We empower you to have an impact and to grow – personally and professionally. With us, you work at the heart of financial systems and evolve the way markets operate. We’re excited about the future because we are the ones shaping it. Let´s do this together by sharing value!

Who we are

Tracing its origins to 1585, Deutsche Börse Group has become one of the world’s leading exchange organisations and an innovative market infrastructure provider. In this role, we provide investors, financial institutions and companies access to global capital markets. What’s your part in all this? With your commitment you contribute to the success of our unique business model: offering a wide range of products, services and technologies for security, transparency and integrity on the markets. By creating trust in the markets of today and tomorrow we foster growth and contribute to the prosperity of future generations.

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Your career at Deutsche Börse Group

Area of work:

Corporate IT of Deutsche Börse Group is in charge of end user workplace experience, voice & communication, application development and operations for all group processes such as Financial Core, Customer Care, Control & Corporate Processes. We also develop and operate our Enterprise Analytics and Digital Boardroom which are the core of sharing and measuring our group’s success.

Our mission is simple – Make IT Run! 

We are passionate in running our existing IT landscape and exploring every day what makes DBG as a company, and thus all our colleagues, run better – simplify and automate processes, use modern technology and devices, and make collaboration fun. We are driven by user experience, performance, stable operations, and a high degree of Information Security and Compliance.

We are seeking an experienced SaaS Manager.

Your responsibilities:

Deep understanding of SaaS technologies, cloud infrastructure, and a proven track record of success in managing and optimizing SaaS spend
Develop and implement a comprehensive SaaS strategy that aligns with our overall business objectives and aligns with our company's cloud strategy
Building and running a SaaS team
Conduct regular SaaS audits to identify potential areas for optimization and cost savings
Manage the entire SaaS lifecycle, from procurement and onboarding to renewal and termination
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, and business stakeholders, to ensure that SaaS investments are aligned with the needs of the business
Stay up to date on the latest SaaS trends and technologies to ensure that our portfolio remains modern and effective
Liaise with purchasing team to negotiate SaaS contracts with vendors to maximize value and minimize costs
Track and report on SaaS usage and performance metrics to measure ROI and identify opportunities for improvement
Develop and implement SaaS governance policies and procedures to ensure that our SaaS environment is secure and compliant

Your profile:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
5+ years of experience in SaaS management or cloud computing
Proven track record of optimizing SaaS spend and driving cost savings
Strong understanding of SaaS technologies and cloud infrastructure
Proven people management skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies
Experience with SaaS management tools such as Crayon, Zylo, or Intel Cloud Services
Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Experience with DevOps practices
Experience with data analytics and reporting
Certification in SaaS management or cloud computing
Experience in troubleshooting complex issues and providing corresponding solutions
Good adaptation to changing client environments and projects
Ability to work in a highly critical environment
Committed to continuous learning
Language skills – fluent English

There are numerous good reasons to work for us: responsibility at an early stage, attractive social benefits, an international work environment and a broad variety of career opportunities.

Are you interested in working with a pleasant and very dedicated team? Convince us with an appealing application. Please use our online application portal.

Why Deutsche Börse Group?

We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone feels welcome and can reach their full potential. Our standards go far beyond simply matching candidates with the right position.

Mobility

We enable you to move freely with our job tickets, job (e-)bikes and free parking opportunities.

Work environment

Collaboration, communication, or deep focus – in our modern office buildings you will find the perfect work environment. Free drinks and food and meal allowances included.

Health and wellbeing

We care for your health and wellbeing and besides various health promotion measures we offer you a group accident insurance and additional insurance offers at discounted rates.

Financial stability

We provide financial stability by offering attractive salaries, company pension schemes, participation in our Group Share Plan, as well as bonuses, subsidies and discounts.

Hybrid work

Collaborate and exchange on-site or work remotely several days a week in line with business needs and local regulations. Our hybrid working model combines the best of both worlds.

Flexible working hours

We want your job to fit your life situation and offer flexible working time models, childcare allowance, or the possibility to study alongside your job.

Internationality

Our market infrastructures are globally connected. Working with us means collaborating with like-minded colleagues across over 60 locations from more than 100 nations.