Senior ERP-Software Engineering Manager (m/f) - .NET, Enterprise Applications & AI, Global Role

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RIB Group, a global leader in software for construction and real‑estate project management, is looking for a Senior ERP‑Software Engineering Manager. The company, part of Schneider Electric, develops the RIB 4.0 ERP platform that supports project execution, resource and time management, controlling, business intelligence and enterprise data for construction firms worldwide. The role is based in Germany, Stuttgart, Berlin or Zwenkau near Leipzig, and follows a hybrid work model with two to three office days per week. In this position you will direct an international engineering organization of roughly 140 people spread across Germany, India and China. You will set objectives, drive performance, support career development and nurture a high‑performing culture together with local managers. Your remit covers end‑to‑end delivery, quality and operational excellence for the Commercial domain of RIB 4.0, ensuring reliable releases that meet performance, scalability, data‑integrity and customer‑satisfaction targets. You will also lead the modernization of existing .NET, Entity Framework and Angular applications while preserving system stability and ongoing customer integrations. The role requires at least eight years of software‑engineering experience, including three years in a leadership capacity managing engineers or engineering managers. You must have a strong background in enterprise or ERP software and hands‑on expertise with .NET/C#, Entity Framework, Web APIs, SQL Server and batch‑processing architectures. Knowledge of modern front‑end stacks, preferably Angular and TypeScript, is also needed. Proven success in modernizing legacy ("brownfield") applications, experience with AI‑assisted development, and a solid grasp of software architecture, scalability and quality assurance are essential. Fluent English at C1 level is mandatory; German is highly desirable and Mandarin is a plus. Quarterly travel to RIB locations and team hubs is expected. Nice‑to‑have attributes include a deep understanding of AI governance such as the EU AI Act, experience integrating with public APIs, ERP systems, itwo Finance and Power BI, and the ability to align distributed teams around a shared roadmap, engineering standards and quality metrics. The position offers a permanent full‑time contract, a global impact on a market‑leading product suite, and the chance to shape the future of digital construction through AI‑enhanced capabilities. What the role asks for: - 8+ years software engineering experience - 3+ years leadership of engineers or engineering managers - Hands‑on .NET/C# expertise - Experience with Entity Framework and Web APIs - Proficiency with SQL Server and batch processing - Knowledge of Angular and TypeScript - Proven legacy application modernization - Fluent English (C1) required - German language highly desirable - Mandarin language considered a plus - Experience with AI‑assisted software development - Willingness to travel quarterly internationally - Ability to define and enforce engineering standards and metrics