CEO (m/f/d) at OpenCloud

OpenCloud is the powerful open source solution for file management, file sharing and content collaboration that meets the highest standards of user-friendliness, performance, stability and scalability. The software stands for our vision of a digitally sovereign workplace for and in Europe and can be operated flexibly on-premise or securely procured via partners. It is aimed at the public sector, educational institutions, research as well as large companies and providers. OpenCloud is backed by the Heinlein Group with 30 years of experience in secure communication.

We are looking for a visionary leader who will drive OpenCloud forward with strategic foresight, technological know-how and human empathy.

Your mission

• Shaping the future & driving innovation: You will further develop the vision and strategic direction of OpenCloud and position the company as a leading alternative to big tech solutions.
   
• Ensuring technological excellence: Together with our development team, you will drive the continuous development of our software, improve security, scalability and user-friendliness and ensure a strong open source community.
   
• Managing sustainable growth: You develop innovative business strategies, ensure a stable economic basis and tap into new market potential – always with a focus on data protection and digital sovereignty.
   
• Inspiring people & leading teams: You lead a dedicated team of developers, product managers and sales professionals, promote their strengths and create a corporate culture based on openness, trust and personal responsibility.
   
• Building networks & strengthening partnerships: You actively position OpenCloud in the open source community, maintain strategic cooperations with companies, public institutions and political decision-makers.
   
• Politically representing open source & data protection: You are a staunch advocate of open source and digital self-determination and are involved in debates on Europe's digital future.

Your profile

• Experience & strategic expertise: You have experience in business management, ideally in the IT or software industry, and have a proven track record in business development.
   
• Technological understanding & innovative strength: You are familiar with modern software architectures, cloud technologies and IT security and can strategically classify technical developments.
   
• Leadership & empathy: You are an inspiring leader who motivates people, recognizes potential and develops teams in an open, trusting culture.
   
• Communication & persuasiveness: You can communicate visions clearly, inspire stakeholders and represent OpenCloud confidently to the outside world.
   
• Passion for open source & data protection: You share our values and want to help shape a sustainable, independent and digital infrastructure.