Digital Operations Manager - Defense Industry

About Atos

Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 78,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, the Group provides tailored end-to-end solutions for all industries in 68 countries. A pioneer in decarbonization services and products, Atos is committed to a secure and decarbonized digital for its clients. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.

The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

We have successfully completed the modernization phase of one of our key defense projects and are now launching new work packages under a new contract. To lead this next phase, we are looking for a senior leader with a strong technical background, proven people management experience, and deep exposure to defense industry projects.

As a Digital Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading large-scale cross-functional teams, ensuring operational excellence, and providing both strategic and technical directions across software delivery in Ankara.

Key Responsibilities

People & Operational Leadership:

• Lead and manage large-scale cross-functional teams (software development, testing, and related functions), with 30+ team members.
• Drive team performance through clear objectives, performance management, and continuous feedback.
• Manage individual and team-level challenges, including conflict resolution and performance improvement.
• Build a strong team culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Identify talent development, training, and upskilling needs, support career growth through coaching and mentorship.
• Monitor employee engagement and retention, ensuring high motivation and productivity.
• Organize and lead regular team meetings and leadership forums.

Technical & Strategic Oversight:

• Provide technical guidance and architectural direction, particularly in .NET and Angular-based solutions.
• Ensure alignment between technical solutions and business/operational objectives.
• Oversee software development lifecycle processes in line with industry standards and defense sector requirements.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Ensure quality, performance, and security standards are met across all digital operations.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bring specific experience in NATO-related defense projects, with knowledge of international defense collaboration standards. Valid NATO project experience and familiarity with multinational defense collaboration frameworks.

• B.Sc. degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in software development with strong hands-on technical expertise.
• Proven leadership experience in managing large-scale cross-functional teams (30+ people).
• Strong background in defense industry projects.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on operational problem solving.
• Ability to command respect and align diverse teams under a unified direction.
• Act as a strong people manager who can set clear goals, mentor the team, and foster leadership growth.
• Demonstrate authority and presence, able to influence and align independent teams with corporate direction.
• Possess strong technical leadership to prevent operational disruptions and ensure smooth project execution.
• Solid technical knowledge of:
• .NET technologies and modern web development
• Angular and TypeScript
• RESTful APIs and web services
• Software architecture, design patterns, and SDLC

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with enterprise-level systems and complex digital transformations.
• Experience with defense standards (e.g., IEEE 12207).
• Valid National Security Clearance (Turkey).

Key Competencies:

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on technical mindset.
• High emotional intelligence and conflict management capability.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and operational excellence.

What We Offer

GPTW Certified Company

Competitive Compensations And Benefits

Flexible benefit program

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Performance Bonus

Accolade bonus

Referral bonus

Transportation allowance

Meal allowance

Kindergarten allowance

Buddy program

Flexible working hours at Atos or home office

Company SIM card

Days of annual leave above the legal minimum

Atos University Access – Professional and personal development through continuous education and certification

Wellbeing days

Friendly working environment

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Here at Atos, we want all our employees to feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work. Our employee lifecycle processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes them unique. Across the globe, we have created a variety of programs to embed our Atos culture of inclusivity and work hard to ensure that all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute and feel that they are exactly where they belong.