Senior Manager, Business Technology Strategy

$141,800 - $255,300/Yr

Siemens - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Chicago, IL

10,001+ employees

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Manager of Business Technology Strategy at Siemens Digital Industries Software is responsible for aligning IT operations with the business needs of the Electronic Design Automation (EDA) organization. This role requires a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise in IT architecture, operations, and strategy, working closely with various departments to ensure that technology initiatives support business growth and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Actively lead and participate in aligning IT initiatives with business objectives, identifying technical requirements, and driving IT support strategies that bring value to the business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior executives and cross-functional teams, engaging directly in day-to-day operations to ensure IT services meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with IT and business leaders to establish clear accountability and ownership, creating detailed mappings of responsibilities to facilitate solution delivery.
• Lead hands-on evaluations of new technology trends relevant to EDA, recommending and implementing solutions that drive operational efficiency and business growth.
• Implement data-driven processes for measuring technology-related performance and ensure continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IT operations or technology strategy roles, with a strong track record in hands-on implementation and operational leadership.
• Deep understanding of IT systems and the ability to apply technical knowledge in a business context.
• Demonstrated experience in bridging business functions and IT, including direct involvement in projects that enhanced technology alignment with business goals.
• Hands-on problem-solving capabilities, able to independently drive initiatives and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders across all levels effectively.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements between home and office.
• Health and wellness benefits including paid sick leave, paid parental leave, PTO, or non-accrued flexible vacation.
• Incentive compensation based on performance.