IT Application Manager

IT Application Manager

RailNetEurope (RNE) is an association of European Infrastructure Managers (IMs) and Allocation Bodies (ABs) with the common goal of facilitating international traffic on the European rail infrastructure and increasing the efficiency of the IMs'/ABs' processes. RNE's Joint Office (JO) is located in Vienna with approximately 70 employees from many different European countries.

Detailed information can be found on RNE's website: www.rne.eu

Your duties / responsibilities

• Managing IT projects in the domain of digitalisation of various railway processes.
• Performing technical activities related to RailNetEurope's railway applications in the context of digitalising railway infrastructure and enabling data exchange for interoperability, including but not limited to:
• Translating business end-user requirements into technical specifications for the development team.
• Analysing railway data with a strong focus on data quality, identifying inconsistencies, and supporting stakeholders in improving data accuracy and completeness.
• Developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to support continuous improvement of data-related processes.
• Participating in and helping to organise application development and governance meetings, including preparation of agendas, minutes and reports.
• Participating in various working groups related to digital infrastructure and TAF/TAP TSI.
• Representing RNE and supporting the RNE Senior IT Manager in the domain of applications for data exchange for interoperability.
• Preparing training materials - such as manuals and videos - and delivering training courses.

Your qualifications & skills

• Bachelor's degree in the field of computer and IT systems, with at least 3 years of experience, or a non-academic educational background with a minimum of 5 years' experience in similar roles
• Experience in managing IT systems development projects and IT support processes and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and SharePoint
• Basic technical skills in XML and SQL are required.
• Excellent communication skills in an international context
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong English language skills at negotiation level (C1)
• Knowledge of Linked Data, Semantic Web technologies (e.g., RDF, SPARQL), and their application in data exchange and interoperability will be considered a valuable asset.

What we offer

• The annual gross minimum wage for this position according to the Austrian Act on Equal treatment is EUR 54.000 (full time - 40h/week), with willingness to negotiate overpayments in line with the market, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Up to 50% home office to maintain a good balance between work and leisure time.
• A brand new modern and fully accessible office.
• A friendly and cooperative team with interesting projects.
• Individual development opportunities in an international company

Your benefits

• up to 50% home office
• modern working environment
• Flexitime
• working in a sustainable industry

Are you interested in the position?

We are looking forward to receiving your CV together with a letter of motivation (including possible starting date and salary expectations) and please kindly note that we will only accept applications via this link.

We kindly ask you to take note that RNE cannot cover applicants' travel expenses for interviewing processes.

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