Technical Integration Manager – Focus: Defect and Stream Management

Role Overview

• As a Technical Integration Manager you take overall control of the backend streams in the release process and ensure technical end-to-end integration from backend to frontend
• You act as the interface between Value Trains and Knowledge Teams and are responsible for transparent, fact-based management of technical quality
• Backend stream control during releases
• Technical coordination of all backend components within a release
• Management of technical dependencies across multiple Value Trains
• Risk assessment (defects, incidents, deployments, performance)
• Preparation of well-founded technical recommendations for release approval
• Technical end-to-end integration
• Ensuring the integrability of backend systems up to frontend integration
• Analysis of interfaces, backward compatibility and system dependencies
• Close collaboration with architecture and knowledge teams
• Preventing integration breaks in the value stream context
• Design and execution of technical regression tests (TOSCA)
• Design and continuous development of a technical backend regression test portfolio
• Automation of critical E2E backend scenarios
• Coordination and execution of automated regression tests with TOSCA
• Ensuring stable test environments and reproducible test results
• Technical defect analysis & observability
• In-depth analysis of complex backend defects across system boundaries
• Root cause analysis using Dynatrace
• Log and error analysis with Splunk to identify systemic causes
• Assessment of technical risks for hotfixes and release decisions
• Implementation of sustainable improvement measures
• E2E defect reporting (across backends)
• Building a consolidated end-to-end defect reporting for the entire backend landscape
• Transparent presentation of defect trends, root causes and quality metrics
• Technical consolidation of defects across streams
• Preparation of management-ready summaries as a basis for decision-making by release committees

Requirements

• Degree in IT (University/FH) or equivalent qualification
• At least 5 years of experience in IT project, defect or incident management, ideally in large-scale projects (insurance experience is an advantage)
• Solid knowledge of the software development lifecycle and Java/JEE, HTTP and SQL
• Experience with development, testing and project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence), databases and programming languages across different infrastructure platforms
• Strong analytical and technical skills with a focus on defect analysis
• Structured working style, professional demeanor and strong negotiation skills
• Fluent German and good English skills

Tech Stack

• Java
• Splunk
• SQL

Benefits

• An onboarding plan, welcome events and a buddy system ensure an optimal start
• Flexible working hours: our working time adapts to your needs
• Discounted DO&CO canteen in the office and a meal allowance for home office
• Vaccination campaigns, preventive health checks and blood donation drives are regularly offered on site
• Free and anonymous coaching sessions for private and professional challenges
• Modern, bright office with break areas in the city center and modern IT equipment to enable effective collaboration
• Option to work from home and a financial starter package for personal use
• Whether a summer party, after-work on the rooftop terrace or mulled wine in winter — there are many opportunities to network and celebrate together
• Remote work within the EU: work up to 20 days per year from an EU country of your choice
• Stress-free commute: excellent access by public transport
• Support from the works council – benefit from various subsidies and offers
• Discounted insurance and a company subsidy provide good coverage; additionally, vouchers for supermarkets, perfumeries, furniture and DIY stores and more can be purchased
• We offer various training opportunities to support your professional and personal growth
• We cover 50% of your annual public transport pass