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As Application Delivery Manager at Melexis, you'll lead three development teams and take end-to-end ownership of business application delivery, from business demand through implementation and transition into operations. You'll work closely with business stakeholders to turn their priorities into IT solutions that deliver tangible business value. Combining people leadership with a strong understanding of software development, you'll guide delivery decisions and continuously improve quality, efficiency and time-to-market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application delivery and business partnership

• Oversee application initiatives, projects and releases, aligning delivery with business priorities, IT strategy, architecture, resources and budget.
• Act as a trusted IT Business Partner, understanding business needs, constructively challenging requirements and keeping stakeholders focused on outcomes.
• Own the delivery lifecycle through transition into operations and drive continuous improvement in how your teams deliver.

• People leadership
  • Lead, coach and develop three application development teams, setting clear expectations, priorities and objectives.
  • Build a collaborative and accountable environment where people take ownership and continue learning.
  • Balance people's development with operational and delivery commitments.
  • In this role you will be reporting directly to the Global IT Director.
• Technology and development
  • Work with developers, architects and technical specialists to assess technical approaches, risks and dependencies.
  • Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, maintainable and aligned with enterprise architecture.
  • Guide delivery using modern development practices, including Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, testing and release management.
  • The development environment includes Java/Kotlin, TypeScript, React, Redux and SQL, with PostgreSQL preferred for internal software solutions. Teams use Jira, GitLab,Google Cloud Platform and Slack/Teams. Familiarity with these tools and technologies is valuable, as is knowledge of Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with industrial communication protocols such as OPCUA and SECGEM is a plus. 

Your profile

• 10+ years of experience in application delivery and IT transformation, with experience managing complex projects, application portfolios and external partners.
• 10+ years of experience managing and developing teams, balancing people leadership with delivery commitments.
• 5+ years as an IT Business Partner or in a comparable business-facing role, with strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A solid understanding of software development and application engineering, including Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, testing and release management. A software development or application engineering background is highly valuable.
• Experience in an international, complex organisation, with the ability to work at both strategic and operational levels.
• A pragmatic, proactive and delivery-oriented approach, with excellent English communication skills. Additional languages are an advantage.
• A bachelor's or master's degree in IT, Engineering, Business or a related field, or equivalent experience.

We offer

• Strategic IT Leadership & Impact: Take end-to-end operational ownership of three application development teams, driving IT transformation, modern development practices, and AI integration across business application delivery.
• The possibility to act as a key IT Business Partner within an international environment, directly aligning delivery with strategic business goals, global stakeholders, and enterprise architecture.
• An attractive salary package featuring variable pay, company car options, internet allowance, group and health insurance, meal vouchers, and a flexible cafeteria plan (Flexplan).
• Work-Life Balance & Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid way of working along with 32 days of leave (20 legal holidays + 6 ADV compensatory rest days + 6 extra-legal holidays) to support your personal well-being.

Diversity & Inclusion

Melexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

About Melexis

Inspired by a passion for technology and engineering, Melexis designs, develops and delivers innovative micro-electronic solutions. They enable designers to turn ideas into applications that support the best imaginable future. The company’s advanced mixed-signal semiconductor sensors and actuators integrate sensing, driving and communication into next-generation products and systems. They improve safety, raise efficiency, support sustainability and enhance comfort.

Melexis is a world leader in automotive sensors. Today, on average, every new car produced worldwide contains 18 Melexis chips. Melexis uses this expertise to serve other markets as well: alternative mobility, smart appliances, smart buildings, robotics, energy management and digital health.

Melexis is headquartered in Belgium and employs over 2000 people in 18 locations worldwide. The company is publicly traded on Euronext Brussels (MELE).