We are looking for a highly experienced Mainframe Program Director to lead the end-to-end delivery of large, complex and business-critical programs with enterprise-wide impact.The successful candidate will take overall ownership of program objectives, governance and delivery outcomes, working across multiple business units and leading significant organizational change.This is a senior leadership position requiring strong expertise in program delivery, governance, risk management, stakeholder management and executive reporting, together with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex delivery environments.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale and business-critical programs.Define and ensure achievement of program objectives, milestones and delivery outcomes .Establish and maintain strong program governance and delivery frameworks .Select and apply the appropriate delivery methodology, including Waterfall, Agile, SAFe or hybrid approaches .Lead cross-functional teams across multiple business units and external partners.Manage risks, issues, dependencies, budgets and financial aspects of the program.Act as the main escalation point for senior stakeholders and executive management.Drive decision-making and resolution of complex delivery issues.Provide regular executive-level reporting on program progress, risks, financials and key dependencies.Ensure alignment with enterprise governance,



policies and compliance requirements.Drive organizational change and ensure effective adoption of program outcomes.Manage relationships with senior business stakeholders, technology teams and external vendors.Ensure successful transition and delivery of program outcomes within agreed scope, timelines and financial parameters.Requirements10+ years of experience in program/project delivery, with significant experience in large-scale and complex environments.Proven experience as a Program Director, Program Manager or equivalent senior leadership position .Strong experience managing enterprise-wide transformation or technology programs .Excellent knowledge of program governance, risk management and stakeholder management .Experience working across multiple business units and leading cross-functional teams.Strong knowledge of delivery methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, SAFe or hybrid .Experience managing budgets, dependencies, risks and executive-level reporting.Mainframe knowledge/experience is highly desirable.Bachelor's degree or equivalent.Fluent English and German.Excellent communication, leadership and negotiation skills.What We OfferRemote working .International and enterprise-level environment.Opportunity to lead complex, business-critical transformation programs.Collaboration with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

📌 Mainframe Program Director (Vitoria-Gasteiz)
🏢 Exis-Ti
📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz