IT Operations Manager

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In the departments of the "Supporting Functions" you may not come into direct contact with our products, but with your expertise you contribute significantly to the smooth functioning of our company. Only with colleagues from these structured, efficient and supportive departments, such as Human Resources, Accounting, Controlling, IT and Communications, is it possible for us to grow beyond ourselves and achieve our goals as a company.

Your tasks

We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and actively foster an inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team with a respectful and inclusive leadership style.
• Operate, maintain and optimize our IT infrastructure on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure the availability of networks, server environments, and data centers.
• Monitor security processes, including firewalls and user authorization.
• Oversee installations, upgrades and configurations of hardware and software.
• Evaluate system performance and implement improvement measures.
• Ensure data protection in accordance with GDPR and internal policies.
• Manage the budget for IT infrastructure systems.
• Handle contracts and licenses and coordinate external service providers.
• Collaborate closely with global IT teams to ensure alignment with ASML’s worldwide standards, strategies and infrastructure initiatives.
• Develop IT policies and standards and align them with the global ASML organization.
• Act as a mentor, supporting your team in developing technical solutions.

Your Qualifications

• You have a degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification.
• You bring several years of professional experience in IT Operations, ideally in a leadership role.
• You have solid expertise in data center infrastructures (servers, storage, networking, security, cloud technologies).
• You’re experienced in installing, configuring, and analyzing IT systems.
• You have a strong understanding of data protection processes and GDPR compliance.
• You communicate confidently and fluently in both German and English.

Your Skills

• You lead with clarity, empathy, and a keen eye for individual strengths.
• You organize complex tasks in a structured way and keep a clear overview, even when managing multiple projects.
• You communicate openly, clearly, and purposefully – both within your team and with external partners.
• You work independently, with a solution-oriented mindset and a confident, pragmatic approach to decision-making.
• You have a strong sense for processes and can identify opportunities for improvement early on.
• You approach challenges with resilience and flexibility, and you support your team even in dynamic situations.
• You value diversity and collaboration, and you actively contribute to an inclusive and respectful team culture.

Further Information

• Diversity and inclusion: ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

What We Offer You

• Job with bright future prospects at the leader of innovation in the semiconductor industry in Berlin Neukölln
• Remuneration according to company collective agreement (with IG Metall) including 13th monthly salary and variable remuneration components
• Collective working time: 35 hours/week
• Flexible working hours and the option of working remotely from anywhere
• Reimbursement of moving expenses for you and your family
• Specific advanced training and development opportunities
• Access to organized childcare and vacation care
• Health and sports offers (e.g. subsidy for sports activities, health days, company doctor, free vaccinations, etc.)
• Travel allowance for BVG company ticket or bicycle

Are you interested? - Then apply now using our online application form, stating your expected salary as well as your earliest joining date.