DEPARTMENT HEAD (M/F/D) SOFTWARE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

Full-time

The Diocese of Augsburg is seeking, as soon as possible, a Department Head (m/f/d) for the Software Design and Development division within Department VIII – IT Division – for a permanent, full-time position (39 hours per week). The position is based in Augsburg.
To strategically advance our IT, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced leader (m/f/d) to head the Software Design and Development division.

Your primary responsibilities will include

Technical leadership and coordination of the Software Design and Development division
Technical leadership and guidance of an interdisciplinary team of software developers
Responsibility for the further development of software architecture and development standards within the framework of established IT guidelines
Participation in the planning and management of development projects, taking into account resources and timelines
Close collaboration with business units, project managers, and IT management
Coordinating and collaborating on the selection of suitable platforms and technologies for new applications in close cooperation with the technical administrators of other departments, taking into account the existing system and platform landscape
Ensuring compliance with legal requirements (e.g., IT security, data protection, accessibility) within the area of responsibility
Introduction and further development of modern development processes
Participation in the implementation of the organization’s digitalization measures

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification
Several years of professional experience in software development, ideally with responsibility for architecture
In-depth knowledge of modern software architectures
Strong leadership skills
Conceptual and strategic thinking
Excellent communication skills
Identification with the principles and goals of the Catholic Church

Your benefits

A meaningful and responsible role at a values-driven institution
A supportive team and pleasant work environment
A diverse work environment with flexible working hours
Permanent employment contract
Option to work partially from home
Special benefits, BVK company pension plan, "Jobrad" bike program, childcare allowance, employee events
Wide range of continuing education and professional development opportunities
Performance-based compensation according to pay grade 13 ABD (similar to TVöD) Further information can be found at the following links: VKA pay scale and ABD experience levels

With 1.1 million Catholics, the Diocese of Augsburg is the second-largest diocese in Bavaria.
The central administration employs 1,000 staff members.
We look forward to receiving your application by June 17, 2026.
Applications from people with severe disabilities are expressly encouraged.
Augsburg Bishop’s Ordinariate – Human Resources Department for Administration and Labor Law
Recruiting Contact: Mr. Johannes Kramer (Tel:

Diözese Augsburg KdöR