Project Manager f/m/d

ATOSS Software SE; Stuttgart; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Employee stock program

ATOSS Academy

Hybrid work EU

30 days vacation

Team events

Wellbeing program

Job summary

ATOSS Software SE in Stuttgart is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to own customer implementation programs from start to finish and shape the standards, processes, and tools that drive delivery excellence across the organization.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, budgets and timelines, ensure governance compliance, and deliver customer value in close collaboration with PMO, Salesforce, and Certinia stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent qualification.
• 3+ years of professional project management experience, preferably software implementation or professional services.
• Experience leading customer-facing projects with scope, budget, and timeline responsibility.
• Familiarity with PMO structures and frameworks (PRINCE2, PMI, Agile).
• Fluency in German and English.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end planning, management and delivery of customer implementation projects.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and coordinate stakeholders.
• Proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies and escalations.
• Drive value realization and ensure sustainable project outcomes with customers.
• Ensure compliance with PMO standards, governance and quality requirements.
• Support governance reviews and improve delivery methodologies and reporting.
• Contribute to the professionalization of project delivery tools and processes.
• Key user responsibilities for Salesforce (CRM) and Certinia (PSA).

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Governance

Risk management

Communication

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Certinia

Job description

About Us

ATOSS Software SE is one of Germany’s most successful tech growth stories. As the market leader in Workforce Management Software, we help companies work more intelligently, creatively, and humanely optimizing the balance between profitability and people. We’re a rare company: according to Handelsblatt (10/24), just 309 public companies worldwide achieved over 20% return on sales for ten consecutive years. Only one based in Germany: ATOSS Software SE. With 20 years of record breaking growth, over €2 billion market cap, and listings in SDAX and TecDAX, we’re scaling globally and we’re growing. If you’re ready to drive impact in a high-performing B2B SaaS environment, this is your chance to elevate your career.

The Person You are

At ATOSS, we hire for both character and skill, seeking individuals who embody resilience, a pioneering spirit, and the passion to grow.

We Value Those Who

Think like entrepreneurs – taking ownership, pushing boundaries, and driving impact. Challenge the status quo – bringing fresh ideas and bold execution to the table. Thrive in change – seeing growth as a lifelong journey, both professionally and personally.

The Role

Take ownership of impactful customer implementation projects from start to finish while shaping the standards, processes, and tools that drive delivery excellence—help elevate project management and governance across the organization!

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Governance (approx. 90%)

• End-to-end planning, management and successful delivery of customer implementation projects, ensuring achievement of project objectives, timelines, budget and quality targets
• Leading cross-functional project teams and coordinating internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Proactive management of project risks, issues, dependencies and escalations, ensuring timely resolution and transparent communication
• Driving customer value realization and ensuring sustainable project outcomes in close collaboration with customers and project teams
• Ensuring compliance with established project management standards, governance frameworks and quality requirements
• Supporting project audits, health checks and governance reviews to improve project transparency and delivery excellence
• Contributing to the continuous professionalization of project delivery methodologies, tools and reporting structures

PMO, Process & Governance Excellence (approx. 10%)

• Development and continuous improvement of project management standards, templates, methodologies and best practices based on lessons learned and organizational requirements
• Driving governance initiatives and supporting the implementation of project management frameworks, controls and reporting mechanisms across the organization
• Optimization and documentation of project-related processes and workflows in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Key user responsibilities for Salesforce (CRM) and Certinia (PSA), including requirements analysis, prioritization and reporting improvements
• Supporting organizational change initiatives and delivering internal trainings on project management methodologies, governance standards and tool usage

Key Requirements

• Successfully completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (e.g. in Business Administration, Business Informatics, Natural Sciences, Informatics, Engineering) or a comparable qualification
• At least 3 years of professional experience in project management, preferably within software implementation, consulting or professional services environments
• Proven experience leading customer‑facing projects with responsibility for scope, budget, timeline and quality
• Strong understanding of project governance, project controls, risk management and project reporting
• Industry or domain knowledge in HR, Time Management, Workforce Management, Resource Planning or Scheduling is advantageous but not mandatory. We welcome experienced Project Managers from other industries who are eager to develop domain expertise alongside strong project delivery and governance capabilities.
• Experience working within PMO structures, project management frameworks (e.g. PRINCE2, PMI, Agile) and multi‑project environments
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills combined with a pragmatic and hands‑on approach
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive organizational improvements beyond individual projects
• Excellent communication and presentation skills across all hierarchy levels and strong relationship‑building abilities
• Fluency in German and English

Our Benefits

• Competitive Rewards: Including profit‑sharing and employee stock program.
• Structured Onboarding & Continuous Leadership Development: Clear career paths onboarding through Expert & Leadership Tracks, plus access to ATOSS Academy.
• Flexible Work Culture: Hybrid options (remote within the EU) and 30 days of vacation.
• Engaging Team Environment: Seasonal company events, team retreats, and an in‑house barista in Munich.
• Health & Wellbeing: Including regular check‑ups, corporate wellness programs, and Wellhub membership.
• Stability & Growth: Company listed on SDAX & TecDAX, with 20 years of record‑breaking revenue and a 30%+ EBIT margin. Certified Top Employer© for the 7th year in a row.

At Atoss, great talent knows no limits. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds and empower their growth through an inclusive, skill focused environment.

Join us and be part of a high‑growth, future‑focused company!