Tech Lead - ERP

3stepIT; Tampere; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

3stepIT seeks a Tech Lead – ERP to drive the delivery of enterprise IT solutions across ERP and related systems. You will mentor engineers, translate business needs into technical delivery, and own architecture, security, and performance across projects. Location options include Helsinki or Tampere, Finland, with occasional travel.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, drive cross-functional initiatives, and ensure high-quality, timely outcomes in a fast-paced global team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Data Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years IT experience with 3+ years in a Tech Lead or similar role.
• Experience leading technical teams and delivering large IT projects.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, integrations, and design patterns.
• Experience with enterprise applications and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and ITIL frameworks.
• Proactive communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English; Finnish language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Tech Leadership: Lead technical decision-making and ensure delivery across projects.
• Architecture & Design: Create robust, scalable designs with architects and stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Align technical initiatives with business objectives and plan sprints.
• Performance & Scalability: Drive performance, security, and scalability.
• Problem Solving: Identify and mitigate project risks with teams.
• Dev/partner coordination: Maintain documentation and up-to-date user stories.
• System/process ownership: Define strategy for named solutions with stakeholders.

Skills

Technical leadership

Architecture design

Stakeholder management

System integrations

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

Security best practices

Agile / Scrum

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science / Information Management / Data Science

Tools

AWS/Azure/Google Cloud

CI/CD pipelines

ServiceNow

Job description

Be part of the team that makes circular technology happen

Location: Helsinki / Tampere, Finland

We are 3stepIT

3stepIT is a global leader in circular technology management. We are helping organizations use technology smarter and more sustainably. For nearly 30 years, we’ve designed lifecycle solutions that finance, manage, reuse, and extend the value of technology — reducing waste and driving business impact.

We work at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and innovation. Our teams help customers boost productivity while building a more circular future.

Want to help shape the future of circular technology? Join us.

The role:

Tech Lead – ERP

Reporting to:

Director, Business Design & Applications

Job role and purpose:

The Tech Lead will play a crucial role in managing the technical delivery of projects, mentoring team members, and ensuring the overall quality, performance, ownership, and timely delivery of IT solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders, including software engineers, project managers, and business/product owners, to define requirements, align priorities, and ensure successful delivery outcomes. The Tech Lead helps stakeholders define the “what” in detail and translates it into the “how” together with other IT stakeholders.

In this role, you are responsible for ensuring that all requirements are well documented, ticketed, and prioritized for the development team(s). Success in this role requires strong project leadership capabilities, excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, and a solid technical understanding of enterprise applications, integrations, and solution architecture.

At 3stepIT, the Tech Lead also acts as the technical owner for named solution(s), such as ERP, AssetIQ, CRM, ServiceNow, Finance, and other business-critical systems. You understand the big picture of all 3stepIT products and services while maintaining detailed functional and architectural expertise within your designated solution area(s).

This role requires the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives, balance business and technical priorities, and collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Occasional travel may be required based on business needs.

Main responsibilities & tasks:

• Tech Leadership: Lead technical decision-making, provide guidance on best practices, and ensure consistent implementation across all projects in a focus area based on technology competence and background. Tech Lead owns and ensures the delivery of technical outputs for projects.
• Architecture & Design: Lead and ensure together with architects and other stakeholders a robust and scalable design, and secure IT solutions that meet business requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, business analysts, vendors and other teams to align technical initiatives with business objectives. Communicate technical concepts and progress to non-technical stakeholders and participate in project/sprint planning and estimation activities.
• Performance & Scalability: Drive optimal performance, security, and scalability of the applications and systems being developed.
• Problem Solving: Lead the resolution of challenges to ensure that project risks are identified and mitigated effectively.
• Dev/partner coordination: Ensure all relevant technical documentation is created, and user stories for development teams and roadmap/backlogs are up to date.
• System/process ownership: Owns the named solution(s) on a technical level, understands how solution(s) are built and how the process(es) are run through the solutions. Help defining named solution(s) strategy and vision together with stakeholders.

What you bring with you:

• Qualifications and experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Data Science, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in IT, including at least 3+ years in a Tech Lead, Solution Lead, or similar role within a complex business environment
• Proven experience leading technical teams and delivering large-scale IT projects and cross-functional initiatives
• Strong understanding of software architecture, system integrations, design patterns, and development best practices
• End-to-end business process understanding and the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Experience working with enterprise applications and business-critical systems
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and modern development practices such as CI/CD
• Good understanding of Agile, Scrum, and IT service management frameworks such as ITIL
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, data protection standards, and secure software development practices
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across different organizational functions
• Ability to balance short-term business priorities with long-term system health and maintainability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently while fostering teamwork and collaboration
• Strong English communication skills are required; Finnish language skills are considered an advantage

Please note that the person selected for this role needs to pass the Finnish security clearance (perusmuotoinen turvallisuus-selvitys).

Why should you join us

We want you to able to Be Your Best in your job – and we will support you in this. We’re a community that supports each other and works together to get things done. Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate: people and leaders are easy to approach and engaged, and fresh ideas are always welcomed.

Our culture is friendly, forward-thinking, and focused on helping you grow. Here, you’ll have room to develop, contribute to something bigger, and feel recognized for the impact you make every day.

And what’s in it for you?

• Recognition & Rewards – Bonus programs and excellence awards.
• Continuous Learning – Development programs, coaching, and workshops.
• Wellbeing Focus – Flexible culture, health initiatives, and work-life balance.
• Purpose-Driven Work – Opportunities to contribute to sustainability and community projects.
• Fun & Connection – Team challenges, sports activities, and annual events.

Contact details:

For further questions, please contactourhiring managerHannu Punta on the 23rd of September 16-17 EEST OR on 28th of September 13-14 EEST by phone [phone].