Digital Collaboration & Workplace aims to deliver seamless employee experiences by minimizing technological disruptions to all Vestas employees. We do this by providing products, processes, and governance around digital touchpoints, constantly optimizing end-to-end digital experience, and remediating impediments that hinder employees from accomplishing their objectives. Our focus is customer-centricity and encouraging the outside-in view.
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Responsibilities
The Workplace & Collaboration - Lead Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing digital productivity and collaboration solutions. This role bridges business needs and technology, ensuring secure, scalable, and innovative platforms that empower employees and align with organizational strategy. The Lead Engineer oversees portfolio management, enablement and adoption, governance and compliance, integration engineering, operations excellence, and strategy & innovation. The Lead Engineer operates within Agile Ways of Working, promoting iterative delivery, flexibility, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Sustains Technical Knowledge and Roadmaps
- Architect and Optimize Solutions: Design, implement, and continuously enhance productivity and collaboration platforms, ensuring scalability, security, and user centric performance
- Define Standards and Roadmaps: Establish and maintain technical roadmaps, governance frameworks, and best practices for productivity and collaboration tools
- Promote Innovation and Transformation: Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that advance digital transformation and operational excellenc
Leadership Within the Team
- Leadership and Mentorship: Cultivate a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning by mentoring team members and promoting professional development
- Advanced Support and Enablement: Provide advanced technical problem-solving and deliver training programs and documentation for end users and IT staff
- Project Management: Oversee timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely completion of initiatives.
- Strategic Initiatives and Automation: Manage or contribute to strategic projects, rollout plans, and automation initiatives that enhance efficiency and user experience
Leadership to Business Stakeholders
- Stakeholder Engagement and Agile Delivery: Translate business requirements into clear, scalable, and actionable solutions. Demonstrate clear ability to manage ambiguity, uncover underlying needs, ask the right questions, and guide the development of user stories while ensuring Agile practices are consistently applied
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders and technical teams to align on priorities, clarify expectations, and ensure seamless deployment and adoption of digital productivity solutions-even in situations with incomplete information or evolving requirements
- Governance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to security policies, regulatory requirements, and data protection standards across all productivity and collaboration solutions, while helping stakeholders understand implications and make informed decision
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in technical architecture of and supporting Microsoft 365 or similar enterprise collaboration platforms
Technical Skills
- Deep technical knowledge of Microsoft 365 Services - Exchange Hybrid Environment, Teams, M365 Copilot and Copilot Agents, OneDrive, Defender, Viva, etc.
- Proficient in automation, solution design, technical documentation, and stakeholder management
- Experience supporting personal productivity tools such as or similar to Adobe Creative Cloud, Clipchamp, Snagit, Camtasia, Microsoft Stream, Decisions, and ThinkCell
Professional Skills
- Effective communication, methodological, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Certifications
- Microsoft certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, MCSA, MCSE).
Competencies
Portfolio Management
- Software Selection & Evaluation: Assess, compare, and recommend digital workplace solutions based on business needs, technical fit, and long-term value
- Licensing & Procurement: Manage software licensing, renewals, and procurement processes to optimize costs and ensure compliance
- Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of digital workplace tools, ensuring continuous value and alignment with business priorities
User Enablement & Adoption
- Training & Learning Resources: Develop and deliver targeted training programs and user guides to enhance adoption
- Change Management: Manage structured change initiatives to ensure effective use of new technologies
- Community Building: Establish and nurture communities of practice and networks to promote engagement
Governance & Compliance
- Policy Definition: Develop and maintain IT and digital workplace policies aligned with regulatory requirements
- Security & Risk Management: Implement and monitor security controls and risk mitigation strategies
- Audit & Monitoring: Conduct regular audits and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards
Integration & Interoperability
- Platform Integration: Design and implement integrations between digital workplace tools and enterprise systems
- Workflow Automation: Implement workflow automation to increase efficiency and process consistency
Support & Operations
- Service Desk & Escalation: Provide high-quality support and effective escalation management
- Incident Management: Manage incident response and continuous improvement initiatives
- Usage Analytics: Monitor and analyze usage data to improve service delivery
Strategy & Innovation
- Vision & Road Mapping: Develop and communicate a clear vision and strategic roadmap for digital workplace evolution
- Emerging Tech Exploration: Research and pilot emerging technologies to promote innovation
- Feedback Loops: Establish mechanisms for gathering user feedback and iterating on solutions
Leadership & Collaboration
- Technical Leadership & Solution Design: Design and implement complex digital workplace solutions, applying deep technical knowledge in architecture frameworks, cloud platforms, automation, and security. Provide advanced diagnosis and technical guidance to teams
- Project Management: Oversee and manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals
- Mentorship: Provide mentorship to team members, promote professional development and a collaborative environment
What we offer
Vestas provides an open, respectful global culture, an attractive compensation package, and long-term career development. Choose us, choose a good future! To meet business growth needs, Vestas needs a lot of experts to join us. We value and respect all employees and will offer attractive benefits which include: A broad program of on-the-job training, an ideal platform for professional and personal development, a Bonus Program, colorful team activities, etc. We put the emphasis on developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to work towards our goals. Choose us, choose a solid future!
Additional Benefits
- Fitness Subsidy
- Retirement Benefit Plan
Our commitment to a fair hiring.
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.
