Delivery Management, Director (Germany)

Location: Heidelberg; Karlsruhe; Stuttgart; Munich; Berlin; GermanyWork type: HybridSeniority: Senior ManagementPrimary skill: Delivery ManagementPosted: 2026-11-03We are seeking a Director-level Delivery Manager to ensure the end-to-end successful delivery of a portfolio of complex programs, projects and workstreams for our key clients in Germany. The ideal candidate has an extensive background in one of the manufacturing, industrial or automotive industries and a proven reputation for leadership in delivering large-scale software engineering solutions for major industry players.You will be accountable for overall delivery, client satisfaction and expectation management, ensuring that all work is on strategy, on time and within budget. You will work alongside globally renowned, award-winning engineering and technology teams. At EPAM, our competitive edge is solving our clients’ most complex business problems by bringing the full strength of our global expertise to every engagement.You will play a key role in building strong business and technology relationships, taking a hands-on approach to defining and delivering solutions while driving a culture of continuous improvement.ResponsibilitiesOwn end-to-end delivery across a portfolio of accounts and programsEnsure governance of delivery management processes in line with the selected delivery modelAct as the single point of responsibility for all delivery-related matters, including escalations and upsellsBecome a trusted partner of the client, resolving their problems by leveraging EPAM’s global capabilitiesBring industry and domain knowledge to understand the client’s business context and resolve their problemsBuild, develop and lead delivery teams, including managing direct reports and leading without formal reporting linesEnsure the right skills and seniority are staffed according to the delivery roadmapProvide technical leadership, ensuring future-proof architecture and high quality standardsCoordinate across multiple disciplines, locations and stakeholders, building consensus in a complex organizational environmentEstablish and grow long-term strategic partnerships with clients at senior management levelAddress client issues and manage engagement risks proactivelyDrive pre-sales activities: prepare proposals and statements of work, participate in bids and contribute delivery and technical expertise to win new businessPosition and drive AI-enabled solutions and delivery approaches with clients and within delivery teamsRequirementsExtensive experience delivering large-scale, complex programs, with a strong track record in one of the manufacturing, industrial or automotive industriesRecognized reputation with major enterprises, OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers in these industries for driving successful large-scale initiativesProven experience leading multi-team, multi-account delivery, including P&L, budget and margin responsibilityStrong understanding of modern software engineering, AI-native software development and AI solutions (e.g. machine learning, generative and agentic AI)Experience gathering and translating client business requirements into technology solutionsWell-versed in various delivery approaches, especially agile and scaled frameworksSolid pre-sales experience, including shaping solutions, commercial models and SOWsUnderstanding of security, compliance and data protection requirements in regulated enterprise environmentsStrong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a consensus-driven cultureFluent German and English are essentialWe offer30 days holiday per annumCompany Pension SchemeRegular performance assessmentsDiscount on Fitness-First Black Membershipbitkom - Corporate BenefitsEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) (subject to certain eligibility requirements) Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and coursesFriendly and enjoyable working teamRegular corporate and social eventsFlexible and remote working opportunitiesAward-winning workplace: Great Place To Work certified in 2026, Kununu (Top Company 2022–2026), NewWork Business Award 2025 for outstanding culture, innovation and employee satisfaction.*All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements