Head of Delivery Unit CH/FL & Europe

About the role

Lead the Delivery Unit for Switzerland, Liechtenstein, France and the broader European region at Avaloq, a leading wealth‑management technology provider. You will be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of infrastructure services, ensuring quality, compliance and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of infrastructure specialists across Unix, Windows, Database, Network, Middleware and Kubernetes, driving performance and delivery outcomes.
• Ensure consistent, compliant execution of all infrastructure activities, including project delivery, change implementation and operational support, with zero tolerance for deviations.
• Coordinate local contributions to multiple infrastructure projects and change initiatives, enforcing readiness protocols, testing, cut‑over planning and rollback procedures.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues, make binding technical decisions and oversee design reviews and validation.
• Drive automation, standardisation and Infrastructure‑as‑Code practices, and promote continuous improvement across the team.

Required profile

• 7+ years delivering IT infrastructure projects or leading complex technical change in enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in at least one core infrastructure domain (Unix, Windows, Database, Network, Middleware or Kubernetes) and hands‑on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI); experience with Azure and/or AWS is required.
• Proven track record of coordinating multi‑domain infrastructure projects and managing stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or related field and relevant OCI, Azure or AWS certifications.
• Fluent in English and Italian; German or French is a plus.

Required skills

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Microsoft Azure
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Unix / Linux
• Windows Server
• Database technologies
• Network and Middleware
• Kubernetes
• Infrastructure as Code / Automation
• Hybrid and multi‑cloud environments

What we offer

• Hybrid and flexible working model to support work‑life balance.
• Inclusive, diverse culture that encourages authentic self‑expression.
• Opportunities to work with leading financial institutions worldwide.