Job Description
EMS Press is looking for a proactive, pragmatic and technically confident Head of Technology who can combine hands-on technical judgement with clear leadership, reliable project delivery, and close collaboration across the organisation. This is a part-time senior-level role reporting to the managing director. The role requires broad technical knowledge, and experience managing agile, project-focused teams. EMS Press is the publishing house of the not-for-profit European Mathematical Society and is based in Berlin, Germany. Our program includes 28 journals and about 15–20 new book titles per year, with a backlist of over 270 books. We are expanding our role as a community publisher with innovative publishing products and services. Our emphasis is on fair and sustainable models for open access and accessible formats to maximise the impact of mathematics research. Role description We are looking for a proactive, pragmatic and technically confident Head of Technology who can combine hands-on technical judgement with clear leadership, reliable project delivery, and close collaboration across the organisation. This is a part-time senior-level role reporting to the managing director. The role requires broad technical knowledge, and experience managing agile, project-focused teams. Requirements 3+ years’ experience with databases, data processing, web technology, and implementation of technical specifications Experience managing or leading technical teams Excellent communicator with collaborative mindset Demonstrable experience of project management, structured delivery, and good operational practice; qualifications such as PMP are a bonus Sound knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, code reviews, CI, testing, and documentation Ability to work independently, take ownership of individual projects, and provide oversight across the wider technology portfolio Professional communication in English Based in or near Berlin, with availability f
