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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Technical Architect , Manager - **Company:** Ptc Alle - **Location:** München, Germany - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Program Optimization, Databases, Linux, Systems Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Systems Integration, Windchill, Datadog, Google Cloud, PTC Windchill, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Sumo Logic (Software), Splunk - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.de/jobad/dedb3eb066f0bb4b283b6f926ff56fb5a9 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline. * 8+ years of experience implementing, supporting, or architecting enterprise PLM solutions. * 3+ years of people management experience leading technical teams. * Strong experience with PTC Windchill or comparable enterprise PLM platforms. * Experience working in cloud-hosted environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud). * Excellent troubleshooting, performance tuning, and systems analysis capabilities. * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a global environment. * Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. * Fluent English required; German language skills are advantageous., * Expertise in Windchill architecture, upgrades, migrations, and integrations. * Experience with Linux and Windows administration. * Knowledge of databases such as Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. * Experience with automation and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell). * Familiarity with observability and monitoring platforms such as Datadog, Splunk, or Sumo Logic. * Experience working within SaaS delivery organizations. * Previous experience supporting globally distributed teams. ## Description PTC is seeking a highly experienced SO&S PLM Technical Architect Manager to lead a team of technical architects responsible for ensuring the performance, scalability, governance, and operational excellence of PTC's cloud-hosted PLM solutions. This role combines deep technical expertise in Windchill and cloud technologies with strong people leadership capabilities. You will lead a team that partners with customers, Service Management, Technical Support, R&D, Cloud Operations, and Application teams to optimize customer environments, drive adoption of best practices, improve system health, and deliver technical advisory services across the PTC Cloud portfolio. As a manager, you will be accountable for team performance, employee development, operational delivery, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting strategic customer engagements., People Leadership & Team Management * Lead, coach, and develop a team of PLM Technical Architects across EMEA. * Conduct performance management, career development planning, and succession planning activities. * Drive employee engagement and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture. * Manage resource allocation, workload balancing, and project prioritization. * Recruit, onboard, and mentor new team members. * Establish operational goals and performance metrics for the team. Technical Architecture & Advisory * Provide technical leadership for Windchill and related PLM cloud environments. * Guide teams in conducting Technical System Assessments (TSAs), health checks, performance reviews, and architectural evaluations. * Review customer architectures, integrations, customizations, and deployment strategies. * Support critical customer escalations and complex technical challenges. * Drive recommendations for system optimization, scalability, and operational improvements. Cloud Operations & Continuous Improvement * Promote standardization and best practices across customer environments. * Partner with Cloud Operations, Monitoring, Infrastructure, and Application teams to improve service reliability. * Drive automation initiatives and tooling enhancements. * Identify recurring operational issues and lead root-cause analysis efforts. * Contribute to service delivery methodologies, documentation, and operational frameworks. Stakeholder Management * Act as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders. * Collaborate closely with Service Managers, Customer Success Managers, Technical Support, Product Management, and R&D. * Participate in customer governance meetings and executive reviews. * Communicate technical risks, recommendations, and strategic roadmaps effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Debugging in the Dark](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1658-debugging-in-the-dark) - [Successful talent development in tech: A joint journey of executives and talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1497-successful-talent-development-in-tech-a-joint-journey-of-executives-and-talents) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [IT Salaries in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/287-it-salaries-in-germany)