Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 2 billion per year. We are currently 1,500 employees and have 17,900 students.
In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope that you will help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.
Are you someone who can engage and inspire others to improve and develop? To dare to challenge our business and your colleagues to see opportunities, find new solutions and thus create development and growth?
We are now looking for a manager for the IT department's Enterprise Architecture and Service Development unit. Here you will have the opportunity to develop our services and shape the IT department of the future, working closely with the business and focusing on forward movement.
About the role
As Head of Enterprise Architecture and Service Development, you will play a central role in ensuring that the university's IT support meets both current and future business requirements. You will be part of the IT department's management team, where we run a creative and forward-looking organization with short decision paths.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and developing the people within our delivery teams, where collaboration with system owners, object owners and management leaders is essential.
- Ensuring that the University's IT service portfolio is developed and managed to meet business needs.
- Drive the development of IT systems management and coordinate changing ways of working to meet new digitalization opportunities.
- Strengthen our IT delivery with a focus on innovation, sustainability and adaptable services for research and education.
In this role, you will be a hands-on leader who supports and challenges staff to develop both their ways of working and delivery. You work proactively, drive change and prioritize sustainable solutions that bring real value to the business.
You will report directly to the Head of IT/CIO.
Qualifications
To succeed in the role, we look for you to have:
- An academic degree in IT or equivalent experience deemed equivalent.
- Several years of experience in running and managing operations in IT.
- Solid experience in Enterprise Architecture in large organizations.
- Knowledge of development, systems management and IT operations.
- Experience in change management and implementing new ways of working.
- A coaching, inclusive and prestigious leadership.
We attach great importance to your personal qualities. You are a clear and inspiring communicator with the ability to create structure in complex contexts. You are solution-oriented and have a creative drive that allows you to see new opportunities and dare to prioritize correctly in a changing environment.
The job also requires that you can express yourself well in speech and writing in both Swedish and English.
What we offer you
With us you get:
- Flexibility: The opportunity to manage your own time and work remotely for part of your working hours.
- Development opportunities: Great opportunities for skills development and to grow in your role.
- Health: Access to the StiL wellness facility at favorable rates and the opportunity to exercise during working hours.
- Security: As a government employee, you are covered by favorable pension terms and several insurance policies.
Scope and location
The position is a full-time permanent position based in Luleå. A probationary period may be applied.
How to apply
Last day to apply is 2025-01-02. We look forward to receiving your CV, personal letter and diploma via the application button below. Mark your application with reference number LTU-4472-2024. The application and diploma must be written in Swedish or English.
For questions about the position, please contact:
- Karin Styrman, IT Manager/CIO,
karin.styrman@ltu.se, 072-501 65 64
Trade union representatives:
- SACO-S: Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037,
diana.chroneer@ltu.se
- OFR-S: Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721,
marika.vesterberg@ltu.se
Deadline for applications: 2025-01-02
Reference number: LTU-4472-2024