Automation Engineer – Enterprise Scheduling & Automation; m​/f​/d

That is the job

To strengthen our Scheduling (TSP-SCD) team within the German branch of GOSP, we are looking for an IT Systems Manager - Scheduling & Automation (m/f/d). The Scheduling unit delivers automation solutions for business-critical applications across the Generali Group in Germany and internationally. We are looking for a technology-driven professional with a passion for automation, innovation, and continuous improvement. You enjoy working across platforms, exploring emerging technologies, and helping shape the future of enterprise workload automation through modern solutions, AI-assisted development, and operational excellence.

• Drive the evolution, modernization, and optimization of enterprise scheduling and automation services across mainframe, distributed, and cloud-ready environments
• Design, implement, and continuously improve automation solutions for business-critical workloads and IT operations
• Evaluate and leverage modern technologies, AI-assisted development tools, and automation frameworks to increase efficiency and innovation
• Collaborate with national and international stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, reliable, and future-proof solutions
• Analyze incidents, job failures, and performance bottlenecks, ensuring sustainable resolutions and continuous service improvement
• Contribute to migration, transformation, and innovation initiatives within the scheduling and automation landscape
• Support operational excellence through change, incident, problem, audit, and compliance processes
• Create and maintain high-quality technical, operational, and process documentation

• Degree in Computer Science, completed IT vocational training, or a comparable qualification
• Experience in enterprise scheduling, workload automation, IT operations, software engineering, or the management of complex IT infrastructures
• Hands-on experience with enterprise scheduling platforms such as IBM Z Workload Scheduler, SMA OpCon, or comparable solutions
• Knowledge of distributed systems, automation frameworks, scripting, and modern software development practices
• Experience with Python, APIs, or comparable automation technologies is highly desirable
• Interest in emerging technologies and modern ways of working, including AI-assisted development, Microsoft Copilot, Vibe Coding, low-code/no-code platforms, and advanced automation tool chains
• Knowledge of mainframe technologies such as JCL, REXX, DB2, and ISPF is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a continuous improvement mindset
• Open-minded, adaptable, and willing to look beyond established processes to identify opportunities and drive innovation
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in an international environment
• Fluent German and good English language skills