Senior Opportunities (m/f/d) - Software & Technology Services (Open to all German locations)

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Senior Opportunities (m/f/d) - Software & Technology Services

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Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 11,000 entrepreneurial, action‑oriented professionals in more than 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

Software & Technology Services (STS) is a pan‑EMEA team renowned for deep sector expertise and a differentiated approach to solving critical business problems. We deliver complex transformations, including product and engineering cost optimization, productivity improvement, and re‑platforming of software products and IT & OT platforms. Our work spans pre‑deal commercial, technical, and operational due diligence, post‑merger integration, and carve‑outs. Team members may also take interim leadership roles, such as CTO, to drive client success.

We combine in‑industry and advisory experience, collaborating closely with specialists across A&M Business Units to deliver seamless, high‑impact solutions for our clients.

The Role

You will engage with two primary client types:

Software product businesses
Tech‑enabled organizations (e.g., payments companies, media firms with streaming platforms)

You will lead and execute assessments, transformations, and due diligence projects, leveraging your industry experience and technical acumen to deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Assess product roadmaps, non‑functional requirements, and technical debt
Evaluate software architecture, including open‑source adoption
Review engineering organization scalability and delivery capability
Analyse operating models, ways of working, and supporting technical functions
Examine customer and engineering data for actionable insights
Assess use of ALM tools (e.g., Jira), build chain tooling, and cloud/hosting infrastructure
Develop and manage data request lists; interrogate client systems
Build quantitative and qualitative fact‑bases for assessments
Execute due diligence for product and engineering functions, delivering client‑ready reports to Private Equity and Corporate clients
Diagnose and redesign operating models for software businesses
Coach clients through major change initiatives
Chair meetings, run workshops, and present executive‑level updates and final readouts
Supervise and mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture

Technical Competencies and Experience

10+ years relevant experience in the software industry or software‑focused business units and professional services
Minimum 5 years consulting to the tech industry
Experience in leading and delivering performance improvement or transformation engagements
Experience with private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, or related transaction/product and tech due diligence
Deep expertise in Agile methodologies and their application across large‑scale, distributed software product organizations
Proven track record in implementing evidence‑based business improvement initiatives
Familiarity with market‑leading tools for Agile process automation, testing, and continuous deployment
Strong understanding of modern software architecture (e.g., microservices, service mesh, cloud‑native platforms)
Ability to translate technical insights into commercial implications
Desirable: Knowledge of cyber security concepts for software development organizations, including security‑by‑design in DevOps

Soft Skills

Thrive in fast‑paced, challenging, and unpredictable environments
Excellent facilitation skills; able to forge consensus and drive executable solutions
Outstanding written and oral communication skills; confident presenter and business fluency in English & German essential
Ability to summarise key insights into client‑ready deliverables and ensure quality standards
Hands‑on, non‑hierarchical operator guided by values and integrity
Builds confidence, leads by example, and manages day‑to‑day relationships effectively
Excel in our highly collaborative environment where teamwork and open communication are key, while taking ownership and accountability for meeting milestone deliverables

Measurable Outcomes

Deliver performance improvement and cost optimisation for client product and engineering organisations
Lead transformation projects resulting in measurable business impact (e.g., productivity gains, cost reductions)
Provide actionable recommendations and support successful implementation

Interested candidates should demonstrate a blend of technical depth, commercial acumen, and leadership capability. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about driving change and delivering results in dynamic environments.