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IT Application Operation Manager

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

Julius Baer

24 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Julius Baer doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field” — per the ad.

The role

At Julius Baer, we celebrate and value the individual qualities you bring, enabling you to be impactful, to be entrepreneurial, to be empowered, and to create value beyond wealth. Let's shape the future of wealth management together.

What you'll do

Responsible for overseeing the end-to-end operation of an IT service in accordance with predefined service level agreements. This encompasses the thorough understanding and meticulous tracking of all service dependencies and proactive lifecycle management.

YOUR CHALLENGE

  • Driving Application Management (Maintenance and Support, SLA, Incident-, Problem-, Release/Test-, Risk-Mgmt, Documentation)

  • Leading Business Analysis, Solution Design, and implementation/deployment of Changes/Enhancements in collaboration with the software vendor

  • Executing Implementation and Testing of Product Releases

  • Contributing to Project assignments (Data migrations, impact analysis)

  • Acting as Deputy Team Head for a larger team, which is mainly based in Zürich

YOUR PROFILE

  • Sound knowledge of MS Windows Server environments and ETL Tools, MS SQL, reporting and scripting

  • Experience with end-of-day processing (AWA), communication between applications and modern interfaces (APIs, IBM MQ)

  • Confident interaction with business stakeholders, system engineers, database administrators and external solution providers

  • Knowledgeable about security aspects of applications and incident/change/release management processes within large companies in the financial sector

  • First experience as a Team Head preferred - or a strong ambition to move into a leadership role.

  • Experience in Treasury and Nostro business preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field

  • Good knowledge of ITIL frameworks and enterprise IT infrastructure

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as an IT Service Owner, Application Responsible or a similar role

  • Fluent written and spoken English; additional languages are an asset in our multicultural environment

Hiring process

2 steps1 interviewa task to do
  1. Online application

  2. Application review

  3. Pre-recorded video interview

    Video call · Not every role

    Used for certain jobs such as graduate positions, internships and roles that need presentation skills.

  4. First interview

    Arranged if your profile aligns with the job description.

  • Applications are usually reviewed within the first few days, later when there is an application deadline.
  • Every applicant receives a decision regardless of the outcome.

About Julius Baer

Julius Baer is a Swiss private banking group headquartered in Zurich, specializing in wealth management and advisory services for private clients. Founded in 1890, the bank operates globally with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, managing assets for high-net-worth individuals. It is one of Switzerland's leading private banks, known for its personalized service and comprehensive financial solutions.

In Spain, Julius Baer has established a technology and operations hub, with a significant number of open roles in IT and engineering, including positions for ServiceNow developers, AI engineers, and full-stack developers. The bank's Spanish presence is centered in Barcelona, where it leverages local tech talent to support its global digital transformation initiatives. For international professionals, Julius Baer offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to work on cutting-edge financial technology projects, while being part of a prestigious global banking brand.

Industry
Private Banking
Founded
1890
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
In Spain
Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Julius Baer has a significant technology hub in Barcelona, Spain, with many IT roles in software engineering, AI, and cloud infrastructure.
  • The bank offers a global work environment with opportunities to collaborate with teams across Europe and other regions.
  • As a Swiss private bank, Julius Baer provides a prestigious and stable employer brand, with a strong focus on professional development.
  • Many of the open roles in Spain are in IT and engineering, indicating a growing tech presence in the country.
  • The company supports flexible work arrangements, including remote work options for some positions.

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Additional information

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