Job Description
Senior Application Support Engineer (m/f/d)

IN SHORT

At our Kassel location, we will soon be looking for a Senior Application Support Engineer to support us with data exchange across Europe with our market partners.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

  • Application Operations: Operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of market communication applications.
  • Incident & Problem Management: Handling of incidents and problems to ensure the smooth operation of applications.
  • Test Management: Execution of testing tasks and support of test processes.
  • Deputy Application Owner: Acting as a substitute for the application owner when needed.
  • Coordination with External Service Providers: Collaboration with external vendors in daily operations and projects.
  • Service Delivery: Ensuring reliable IT operations in accordance with agreed service levels.
  • Documentation: Maintenance and updating of application and process documentation.

 

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

  • Experience with integration tools (Virtimo Inubit preferred), Linux server, and web technologies (SOAP, REST, WSDL, XSLT, FTP, AS4)
  • Knowledge of SSL/MIME certificates, EDIFACT, EDIXML
  • Skills in Ansible, Terraform, and databases (Oracle, SQL, MariaDB)
  • IT operations experience with change impact assessment
  • Strong test management and documentation skills
  • Structured working style, fluent German and good English skills
  • Degree in Information Technologies or related field

ABOUT US

Securing Energy for Europe – it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.  

 

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport, and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

 

Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We’re passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.  

 

Securing energy – now and for the future.

OUR BENEFITS

We stand for an inclusive environment that promotes diversity and supports and values the development of knowledge and skills. Regardless of your position, we offer you plenty of creative freedom and a pleasant atmosphere that encourages you to get involved and think outside the box. In addition, there are numerous company benefits, such as:

  • Flexible working hours with the option of hybrid working
  • Attractive compensation package
  • Appealing work environment in a central location
  • Team-oriented environment with an open feedback culture
  • Company restaurant with a healthy and varied selection of food
  • Job ticket and bike leasing
  • Pension and company sports programs
  • Company pension plan
  • 30 vacation days plus special leave
Information at a Glance
Job Title:  Senior Application Support Engineer (m/f/d)
Job Country:  Germany
Job Location:  Kassel, Germany
Posting Start Date:  01/10/2025
Business Function:  Information Technology
Contract Type:  Permanent