Team Leader, Database & Messaging Services

The Data & Messaging Services team is part of the Application & Data Services department. It ensures the stable and secure operation of the database platforms (DB2, MSSQL) as well as the messaging infrastructure (Exchange).

Working closely with the business units and service owners, the team ensures the availability of business-critical data and communication services and continuously develops them further.

• Technical leadership of the Database & Messaging Services, as well as employee development and advancement
• Responsibility for the operation, availability, and continuous development of the Microsoft Exchange, Exchange Online, Microsoft SQL Server, and DB2 platforms
• Technical responsibility for Exchange, Exchange Online, and hybrid messaging environments
• Management, optimization, and further development of service, operations, escalation, and problem management processes
• Ensuring compliance with SLA, security, and compliance requirements, as well as stable and secure operations
• Supporting personnel, budget, and resource planning, as well as managing external service providers and vendors
• Identifying and implementing automation and optimization opportunities to increase efficiency
• Advising internal stakeholders and customers on messaging and database services, and contributing to strategic technology decisions in the application domain & Data Services

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience operating Microsoft Exchange environments, including Exchange On-Premises, Exchange Online, and hybrid scenarios
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID, and messaging security
• Ideally, additional knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and DB2
• Experience leading technical or project teams is a plus
• Knowledge of ITIL-based service and operational processes
• Strong communication and assertiveness skills, as well as a structured, solution-oriented approach to work
• Very good German skills and good written and spoken English skills for communicating with employees, customers, stakeholders, and service providers.

• Work from home We place a high priority on work-life balance, offering you flexibility in terms of working hours and location.

• Customized Work Schedule Options Our flexible work schedule options allow you to balance your professional and personal life in the best possible way.

• Professional Development Opportunities We support your professional and personal development with internal and external continuing education opportunities.

• Company Pension Plan We support you with coverage through a major supplemental pension fund as well as a subsidized deferred compensation plan.

• Extended paid sick leave We offer you additional financial security in the event of illness, beyond what is required by law.

• Vacation Look forward to 30 vacation days per year, plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

• Team & Sports Events Whether it’s the B2Run, summer party, or team-building days: Regular events foster communication, camaraderie, and team spirit.

• Room for Your Own Ideas We welcome your fresh ideas and new perspectives, which you can share with us at any time.

Working Together Effectively - We create added value for the healthcare sector. VALUNY is a leading technology and innovation partner for statutory health insurance. Our name stands for sustainable added value through strong collaboration - value and community. With approximately 600 employees, we combine digital expertise and comprehensive know-how for innovative care solutions with in-depth industry knowledge and operational execution capabilities. In this way, we actively drive the transformation of the healthcare sector. Together, we design solutions for our clients, shareholders, and partners that continuously improve and future-proof care for insured individuals.

If you want to shape socially relevant issues and help shape the future of the healthcare system-while taking on responsibility and making a difference through your work-we look forward to getting to know you. The VALUNY Group also includes InGef GmbH and SIDA Service GmbH.