Director of Operations, EU

Sereact

. Build, lead, and mentor a team of project and program managers responsible for end-to-end robotics deployments.

Posted 5/6/2026full-time🇩🇪 GermanyLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMPPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, lead, and mentor a team of project and program managers responsible for end-to-end robotics deployments.
Define the operating model, delivery methodology, and performance standards for the program management function.
Own the portfolio of robotics programs, setting priorities, allocating resources, and balancing delivery against company strategy.
Establish KPIs, governance frameworks, and reporting cadences for leadership and customer visibility.
Oversee the full lifecycle of robotics programs, from feasibility and scoping through deployment and post-launch support.
Drive the deployment of the Cortex 2.0 brain across single-arm, dual-arm, and mobile manipulation form factors, including humanoid platforms.
Coordinate with engineering, software, and operations teams to ensure portfolio success.
Identify and mitigate systemic risks; ensure compliance with safety and industry regulations.
Serve as the senior point of contact and escalation between clients, leadership, and technical teams.
Own commercial outcomes including budget, margin, and timeline performance across the portfolio.
Facilitate problem-solving and drive continuous improvement across teams.
Lead vendor and supplier strategy to ensure timely delivery of components and services.
Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends in robotics and automation.
Chair technical design reviews and align proposed solutions with business needs and industry standards.
Communicate portfolio status to the executive team, manage escalations, and own risks and delays.
Shape procurement strategy by providing senior technical and commercial guidance.
Willing to travel (~50%) to locations in Europe and occasionally to international sites.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
10+ years of program/project delivery experience in robotics, automation, or industrial engineering, including 5+ years leading teams.
Exceptional executive communication skills; English at C2 level, German at B2 level or higher.
Deep understanding of robotics technologies, AI-driven automation, and system integration.
Proven ability to build and scale delivery organizations in a fast-paced environment.
Mastery of program management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, etc.).
Strong commercial acumen with budget ownership and senior stakeholder negotiation experience.
Outstanding leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Experience with project management tools (Linear, Jira, Asana, etc.).
Experience scaling delivery functions at a robotics, automation, or deep-tech startup.
Experience with AI-based robotics solutions.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for robotic systems.
Familiarity with programming languages (Python, C++, ROS) is a plus.
Comfortable shifting between detailed technical analysis and high-level strategic thinking.
Strong influencing skills with the ability to connect the dots at an organizational, strategic, and program level.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
Outstanding verbal/written communication and the ability to present to boards and senior leaders.
PMP, PgMP, or similar certification is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Wellpass (gym membership)
Flexible working hours
Option to work from home when needed
A motivated team and an open corporate culture
Competitive compensation including equity participation, and excellent career development opportunities.

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Hard Skills & Tools

roboticsautomationprogram managementAgileScrumWaterfallAI-driven automationsystem integrationPythonC++

Soft Skills

executive communicationleadershipproblem-solvingdecision-makingcommercial acumeninfluencingstrategic thinkingteam managementnegotiationcontinuous improvement

Certifications

PMPPgMP