Teamleitung Software Development Realtime (m/w/d)

OHB Digital Connect GmbH is a subsidiary of the Bremen-based space and technology group OHB SE. Its business activities focus on ground-based systems and services. These primarily include the operation of satellites as well as the provision of IT systems and applications for using satellite-generated data. By combining various sensor technologies and data links, OHB Digital Connect GmbH is able to offer comprehensive solutions for acquiring and securely processing Earth observation and reconnaissance data. As an experienced supplier of satellite ground systems, antennas and telescopes, OHB Digital Connect GmbH is a reliable partner for the development of mechatronic systems. With this broad portfolio, OHB Digital Connect GmbH is able to meet the requirements of customers from a wide range of industries and market segments.

For permanent employment OHB Digital Connect GmbH in Mainz is looking for a

Team Leader Software Development Realtime (m/f/d)

Your Tasks

The Chapter Lead Software Development Realtime is responsible for the development of real-time software and hardware-related solutions. The role includes programming in PLC and embedded environments, supporting the selection of hardware components, designing and implementing bus systems, and translating machine safety requirements into technical solutions.

• Actively contribute to projects and support project teams in the preparation of proposals and quotations
• Provide functional and disciplinary leadership, management, and continuous development of the team in compliance with legal requirements and internal policies
• Ensure the efficient and effective operation of the team
• Analyze short- to medium-term staffing requirements, contribute to resource planning, and coordinate with project and department management
• Recruit and onboard new employees in a structured manner in collaboration with department management and HR
• Plan resource allocation based on competencies, project requirements, and employee motivation, while driving team development and capability building
• Advise team members on complex technical topics, ensure effective knowledge transfer, and support conflict resolution within the team
• Introduce and optimize processes and tools, collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, and monitor market and technology trends to derive relevant actions
• Establish and enforce software processes, architecture standards, coding guidelines, and related practices in alignment with the specific requirements of real-time systems
• Work closely with project teams, software architects, systems engineers, and the Platforms & Standards organization
• Coordinate worldwide software commissioning and deployment activities
• Serve as the interface between Software Engineering and Hardware Engineering

Your Qualifications

• Completed degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field of study
• Several years of experience in the development of hardware-related software solutions
• Several years of experience in both disciplinary and functional leadership of development teams
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent communication abilities, a high level of collaboration, analytical thinking, creativity, empathy, and a structured, solution-oriented approach to work
• High personal integrity, objectivity, and persuasiveness, combined with the ability to convey technical knowledge clearly and effectively
• Proven leadership capabilities with experience in team management, employee motivation, talent development, as well as confident decision-making and delegation skills
• Strategic and business-oriented mindset with a strong helicopter view, a high focus on results and cost efficiency, and a solid understanding of products, technologies, and current trends within the area of responsibility

We offer

• Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & specialleave days
• Mobile Work: Flexible working arrangement balancing remote and on-site work
• Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months)
• Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue
• space projects
• Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan
• Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy
• Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company sports groups
• Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days
• Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots
• Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night
• Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development