Head of Global Integration Platforms

About the role

BERNER Group is modernising its entire IT landscape and needs a visionary leader to build a global, hybrid integration layer. As Head of Global Integration Platforms you will design and govern a scalable architecture based on Workato and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), ensuring seamless data flow across Europe.

Key responsibilities

• Build a group‑wide integration layer using Workato and SAP BTP.
• Own architecture design, governance, security and platform operations.
• Develop a reusable integration framework (recipes, APIs, events, patterns).
• Provide technical leadership for a growing integration team.
• Identify automation and integration opportunities across the organisation.
• Define and evolve the technical roadmap for both platforms.
• Collaborate with SAP and non‑SAP areas, Enterprise Architecture and Business Units.

Required profile

• 5+ years of integration experience, preferably with iPaaS and event‑driven architectures.
• Hands‑on expertise in Workato or SAP BTP (or strong willingness to learn both).
• Solid understanding of APIs, webhooks, OData and interface architectures.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems such as SAP, CRM solutions and ServiceNow.
• Experience with security standards (OAuth2, JWT, certificates, encryption).
• Proven leadership skills – coaching, sparring and ownership of architecture.

Required skills

• Workato
• SAP BTP (Integration Suite / CPI)
• APIs, webhooks, OData
• iPaaS
• Event‑driven architecture
• OAuth2, JWT, certificates, encryption
• Enterprise systems (SAP, CRM, ServiceNow)
• DevOps, CI/CD, API management

What we offer

• Job bike leasing (JobRad) and commuting allowance.
• Wellpass membership, corporate benefits and company pension scheme.
• Opportunities for further training and a modern, fully equipped workplace.
• Free beverages, fresh fruit and a company restaurant in Künzelsau (or meal vouchers in Cologne).
• Attractive discounts on BERNER products via the online shop.