About the Role
Company
The Hessische Zentrale für Datenverarbeitung (HZD) is Hesse’s full-service IT provider for the state administration. With over 50 years of experience in information and communications technology, HZD plays a decisive role in shaping the digital transformation of Hesse’s public sector. Together, we develop innovative, future-proof, and competitive IT solutions.
HZD – IT for our future.
Tasks
Lead the planning, conceptualization, and implementation of complex IT infrastructures based on ArcGIS Enterprise (ESRI), including system administration
Plan and drive further development of GIS infrastructures and evaluate emerging technologies in the field of open-source GIS systems (e.g., QGIS)
Lead cross-departmental projects and coordinate external GIS-related requests
Advance the technical infrastructure of Hesse’s public administration and co-design complex IT solutions in close cooperation with internal and external partners
Profile
Completed university degree in geoinformatics, computer science, or a comparable field—or equivalent professional qualifications
Several years of experience with ArcGIS Enterprise (ESRI), open-source GIS systems (e.g., QGIS), OGC services, Java, FME (Feature Manipulation Engine), and Tomcat
Proven experience in operational leadership, IT service management, and infrastructure management based on ITIL in heterogeneous IT environments
Solid knowledge of virtualization and data center technologies, as well as IT security and data protection
Extensive experience in overall and multi-project management
Analytical, structured, and goal-oriented approach to solving complex challenges, with a commitment to successful project completion
Strong teamwork skills, holistic thinking, and results-driven action
We Offer
A diverse and meaningful job with purpose
A secure, long-term position (unlimited contract)
Salary grade 13 according to the collective agreement for the public sector (TV-H), plus a statutory allowance of €65.41
30 days of annual leave plus 3 additional free days (24 December, 31 December) and 8 hours of time credit
Flexible working hours and models, including up to 50% remote work (home office)
Support for balancing work and family life
Opportunities for further training and professional development
Corporate benefits and a wide range of health promotion programs (e.g., JobFit, Employee Assistance Program, EGym Wellpass, preventive health checks)
Additional company pension scheme
Jobticket for public transport in Hesse, including companion benefits
Important Note
A valid work permit for Germany is required for non-EU citizens. Unfortunately, applications without a valid work permit and sufficient German language skills cannot be considered.