IT Infrastructure & Modern Workplace Expert (m/f/d)

KWS SAAT SE; Einbeck; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KWS SAAT SE in Einbeck, Germany, seeks an IT Infrastructure & Modern Workplace Expert (m/f/d) for a full-time, permanent role starting 01 June 2027. Hybrid work within Germany, heavy focus on modern workplace, cloud, and infrastructure services to shape our IT environment.

Responsibilities include securing and evolving IT infrastructure, managing Microsoft Intune, Active Directory, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365, and driving strategic IT initiatives with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or comparable qualification.
• Several years of professional experience in IT infrastructure with strong knowledge of on-premises and cloud technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365 services.
• Solid knowledge of modern workplace, cloud infrastructure concepts, and IT security standards.
• Experience leading IT projects and driving technical transformation initiatives.
• Fluent German and English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure stable, secure, and future-ready operation of IT infrastructure.
• Own modern workplace, cloud and infrastructure services; drive strategic IT initiatives.
• Collaborate to develop Microsoft 365, Teams, video conferencing, and collaboration landscape.
• Contribute to Identity & Access Management and security standards.
• Design and enhance virtual workplace solutions based on Citrix and Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Support hybrid infrastructure, cloud, compute, and storage; evaluate emerging technologies.
• Manage external providers and contracts for IT, infrastructure, and cloud services.
• Support national and international IT projects from concept to implementation.
• Assist in tender processes and provider selection.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Microsoft Intune

Active Directory

Microsoft Entra ID

Microsoft 365

Cloud infrastructure

IT project management

Security standards

German language

English language

Education

CS or Business Informatics degree

Job description

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IT Infrastructure & Modern Workplace Expert (m/f/d)

Field of Work: IT

Location: Einbeck, Lower Saxony, DE

Legal Entity: KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA

Contract Type: Regular

Is Full Time?: Yes

Onsite/ Remote: Hybrid Working Within Country

Job ID: 16869

KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA is looking for an IT Infrastructure & Modern Workplace Expert (m/f/d) for its headquarters in Einbeck, Germany, on a full-time and permanent basis and with a starting date at 1st of June 2027.

About the Position

In this diverse role, you will actively contribute to the further development of our global IT infrastructure. You will take ownership of modern workplace, cloud, and infrastructure services, drive strategic IT initiatives, and work closely with internal and external partners to ensure a secure, stable, and future-oriented IT environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure a stable, secure, and future-ready operation of our IT infrastructure while advising business functions and management on technology-related topics.
• Take ownership of Mobile Device Management within the Microsoft Intune environment and support device, platform, and technology migration projects.
• Collaborate with the team to further develop our Microsoft 365 and collaboration landscape and shape modern communication solutions based on Microsoft Teams, Teams Rooms, and video conferencing technologies.
• Contribute to the evolution of Identity & Access Management services, including Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, as well as enterprise-wide architecture and security standards.
• Design and enhance modern virtual workplace solutions based on Citrix and Azure Virtual Desktop, ensuring the delivery of virtual workspaces and business-critical applications.
• Support the continuous development of hybrid infrastructure, cloud, compute, and storage platforms while evaluating emerging technologies in terms of business value, stability, and cost-efficiency.
• Manage external service providers and partners, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Support national and international IT projects from concept development and business case creation through to the implementation of new infrastructure and application platforms.
• Assist in tender processes, provider selection, and contract management activities for IT, infrastructure, and cloud services.

Your Profile

• Successfully completed degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of professional experience in IT infrastructure, combined with strong knowledge of modern on-premises and cloud technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365 services.
• Sound knowledge of modern workplace, virtual workplace, and cloud infrastructure concepts, as well as relevant IT security standards and best practices.
• Experience managing IT projects and driving technical transformation initiatives.
• Fluent German and English language skills.

What Sets You Apart

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills combined with a structured and solution-oriented working style.
• High level of initiative and personal accountability.
• Excellent communication and consulting skills with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong networking and relationship management capabilities.

Interested?

Take the opportunity to actively shape modern IT solutions in an international environment and contribute to the digital future of KWS. Bring your ideas, expertise, and passion for modern IT infrastructure to KWS. We are looking for people who are eager to help shape the future together with us.

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About KWS

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies and employs around 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a significant amount in research and development.

At KWS, diversity is not just a value; it is an essential part of our success. Breeding resilient crops requires diversity; likewise, our strength comes from the diversity of our teams. Whatever your background or identity is, we invite you to join us.

Further information: https://www.kws.com/corp/en/careers/ . Follow us on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/company/kwsgroup/ .

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