Automation Engineer – Enterprise Scheduling & Workload Automation

To strengthen our Scheduling (TSP-SCD) team within GOSP, we are looking for an Automation Engineer – Enterprise Scheduling & Workload Automation.

The Scheduling unit delivers automation solutions for business-critical applications across the Generali Group in Germany and internationally. We are looking for a technology-driven professional with a passion for automation, innovation, and continuous improvement. You enjoy working across platforms, exploring emerging technologies, and helping shape the future of enterprise workload automation through modern solutions, AI-assisted development, and operational excellence.

• Drive the evolution, modernization, and optimization of enterprise scheduling and automation services across mainframe, distributed, and cloud-ready environments.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve automation solutions for business-critical workloads and IT operations.
• Evaluate and leverage modern technologies, AI-assisted development tools, and automation frameworks to increase efficiency and innovation.
• Collaborate with national and international stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, reliable, and future-proof solutions.
• Analyze incidents, job failures, and performance bottlenecks, ensuring sustainable resolutions and continuous service improvement.
• Contribute to migration, transformation, and innovation initiatives within the scheduling and automation landscape.
• Support operational excellence through change, incident, problem, audit, and compliance processes.
• Create and maintain high-quality technical, operational, and process documentation.

• Degree in Computer Science, completed IT vocational training, or a comparable qualification.
• Experience in enterprise scheduling, workload automation, IT operations, software engineering, or the management of complex IT infrastructures.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise scheduling platforms such as IBM Z Workload Scheduler, SMA OpCon, or comparable solutions.
• Knowledge of distributed systems, automation frameworks, scripting, and modern software development practices.
• Experience with Python, APIs, or comparable automation technologies is highly desirable.
• Interest in emerging technologies and modern ways of working, including AI-assisted development, Microsoft Copilot, Vibe Coding, low-code/no-code platforms, and advanced automation toolchains.
• Knowledge of mainframe technologies such as JCL, REXX, DB2, and ISPF is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Open-minded, adaptable, and willing to look beyond established processes to identify opportunities and drive innovation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in an international environment.
• Fluent German and good English language skills.

• The opportunity to shape and modernize enterprise automation services in an international environment.
• A diverse and future-oriented role at the intersection of mainframe technologies, distributed platforms, AI-enabled automation, and modern IT infrastructure.
• High autonomy, short decision-making paths, and the ability to make a visible impact.
• An open environment that encourages innovation, learning, and the exploration of new technologies.
• Continuous professional development and attractive training opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements and a modern hybrid work environment.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and skills.
• Potential individual performance-related variable component.
• Corporate welfare and employee benefits programs.
• Supplementary health insurance.
• Discounted insurance products.
• Continuous technical and managerial learning opportunities.
• Structured career development programs.
• Internal mobility opportunities across the Generali Group, including international career paths.

Location: Prague, CZ

Generali promotes the principle of equal treatment and gender neutrality. Job titles and position designations are used without reference to a specific gender and do not influence their perception or selection.