German Speaking Technical Team Leader

Salary: €50,000 – €70,000 gross p.a. + Performance-related bonus

Location: Geretsried, Germany (Close to Munich / Hybrid setup with up to 2 home-office days per week)

Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Technical Team Lead for System Administration & Infrastructure (m/f/d) to join a growing IT and digitalization partner based in Geretsried, south of Munich. Dedicated to connecting customers and operating as technology partners at eye level, we specialize in cutting-edge IT infrastructure solutions. In this pivotal dual-track role, you will lead and mentor a team of technicians, manage team workflows, and drive IT infrastructure projects for our clients. Beyond immediate team leadership, this position offers an exceptional career trajectory with the explicit opportunity to grow into a broader "Betriebsleiter" (Operations Director) position over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and organize a team of IT technicians, taking full responsibility for task allocation, process management, and workflow efficiency.
• Technical Project Leadership: Act as the primary technical contact and project lead for assigned client accounts, overseeing advisory, planning, and implementation phases with precision.
• IT Infrastructure & Administration: Oversee and execute advanced system administration tasks across Windows Server, Linux, Microsoft 365, Azure, VMware, and modern network technologies.
• Customer Support: Provide high-level technical support (both remote and on-site) for clients within a local 45-minute radius.
• Infrastructure Development: Design, scale, and future-proof complex IT landscapes at the cutting edge of technology to meet evolving enterprise demands.

Candidate Profile & Requirements

Must-Haves:

• Experience: Minimum 3–4 years of professional experience in IT system administration, infrastructure management, or technical support (initial leadership experience is strongly preferred).
• Technical Expertise: Sound server and client knowledge, with proficiency across Microsoft environments (Windows Server, M365), Linux, VMware, cloud platforms (Azure), network technology, backup solutions, and monitoring tools.
• Education: Completed vocational IT training (e.g., Fachinformatiker) or a comparable technical qualification / degree.
• Language Skills: Fließende Deutschkenntnisse (C1 minimum) for seamless client and team communication, and professional working proficiency in English (B2 minimum).
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills, customer-oriented thinking, strong problem-solving orientation, and a deeply collaborative team mindset.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Prior experience managing technical teams or leading IT projects in a service provider / managed service provider (MSP) environment.

Working Environment & Location Policy

• Location: Modern office setup in Geretsried (south of Munich) featuring individual team offices, high-end Dell/Apple hardware, and multi-monitor workstations.
• Hybrid Model: Flexible hybrid policy allowing up to 2 home-office days per week (increasing with seniority), alongside local client visits within a 45-minute radius.
• Relocation: Financial relocation assistance available for qualified candidates moving to the Munich/Geretsried area.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Remuneration: Base salary ranging from €50,000 to €70,000 gross p.a., supplemented by a performance-related bonus.
• Career Growth: Unique opportunity to transition into a "Betriebsleiter" management role as the company scales.
• Onboarding & Training: Standardized onboarding process with structured online and on-premise training paths.
• Equipment & Perks: Fully equipped modern workstation including a professional smartphone, pension schemes, JobRad bicycle leasing, and free fresh fruit and beverages.
• Culture: Strong team spirit, flat hierarchies, short decision-making paths, and regular team events.