L2 Support / Release Manager (f/m/x)

Job Description:

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Opened in January 2014, the Bucharest office is constantly expanding.

DB Global Technology develops cutting-edge software applications for the Deutsche Bank’s global operations and represents a platform for highly skilled software engineers. The team members specialize in Software Application Development, IT Architecture, Quality Assurance and Testing, Functional/Business Analysis and Project Management

With client assets of EUR 312 billion globally (as of September 30, 2016), Deutsche Bank Wealth Management is one of the world’s leading global wealth managers. Deutsche Bank Wealth Management offers high net worth clients a broad range of traditional and alternative investment solutions, providing a holistic service for all aspects of Wealth Management.

Your Role

The L2 Support/Release managers is a member of RTB team (run-the-bank) who helps in steering the production support activities for software applications and works closely with the Development, solution architecture and QA practices to ensure code and design integrity of the fixes (hot fixes, patches). (S)he will follow the internal DB Best Practices and Governance procedures and working closely with ITAOs and CTB colleagues to ensure traceability and maintainability of all production releases.

Responsibilities

• Drive on different tech adoption initiatives (GCP, EXACC, TRC etc)
• Provide support for technical infrastructure components (e.g. databases, middleware and user interfaces);
• Provide Support and remediation on any issues pertaining to the above applications by providing detailed code analysis of applications’ production platform.
• Estimate time required to implement remediation actions which are under direct control of RTB;
• Support and contribute to all relevant documentation following DB internal Standards, Procedures and Guidelines;
• Ensure appropriate vendor interaction in a multi-vendor environment;
• Conduct incident and problem management activities;
• Conduct scheduled Problem Management meetings with infrastructure groups, problem managers and incident managers OR from Agile world with SMs, POs to track progress and highlight issues;
• Perform detailed technology analyses to highlight weaknesses and make recommendations for improvement;
• Perform releases/DR exercises/application maintenance activities over weekends (usually once every 3 weeks there is a weekend activity required);
• Contribute with process/compliance enhancements related to support for technical infrastructure components (e.g. databases, middleware and user interfaces);
• Contribute to KPI definition in order to keep performance and identify trends;
• Application monitoring and performance tunning;
• Technical input for infra patching affecting the application stability (TRC);
• Helps with the integration of new features/regions to the DB support model. This includes managing and rolling out plans of team augmentation up to assuring homogenous knowledge within the team;

Skills

• Good knowledge of Oracle database;
• Good knowledge of Rhel OS - Linux OS
• Shell scripting knowledge;
• Network connectivity troubleshooting;
• Previous experience in and knowledge of ETL / data sourcing techniques;
• Previous experience with Control M, Tomcat / WebLogic/ Apache/ Fabric highly desirable;
• Previous production support experience, with can do mind-set and attitude and hands-on approach;
• Ability to analyse business requirements, defects and propose hot fixes;
• Ability to work effectively with senior IT and Business stakeholders;
• Exposure to multiple global locations with various cultures and practices;
• Understand IT project management - planning, delivery, resourcing, expectation management;

Well-being & Benefits

Emotionally and mentally balanced: We support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health.

• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.
• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.
• A culture where you can openly speak about mental health.

Physically thriving: We support you in managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive. For example, Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones, healthier ways of working and check-ups.

Socially connected: We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and well-being.

• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).
• Hybrid working model with 40% remote work.
• Options for flexible working hours.
• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, workshops, and more.

Financially secure: We support you in meeting personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
• Meal vouchers, bonuses for referrals

Interested in more: discover what our employees value in the Well-being & Benefits hub!

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.

Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.