Meet DeepL
DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.
Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.
What sets us apart
What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.
Meet the team behind this journey
DeepL has a powerful mix of ambition, technical expertise, and purpose-driven teams. Many of our team members are also users of our products, and as an international business we know the power of connection when working across cultures.
Founded in Cologne, Germany, in 2017, DeepL now comprises over 1,000 employees across Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, Japan and the United States. We operate on a hybrid model and encourage teams to make use of our ten offices covering these locations. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.
Your responsibilities
We are committed to fostering an innovative, collaborative, and productive work environment that supports our employees and reflects our company culture. As we continue to expand, we are looking for an experienced candidate to lead and manage our internal IT Services.
You will be responsible for IT services for >1,000 DeepL team members spanning Europe, North America and Japan. You will lead a team of IT support specialists, liaise with third party providers, and ultimately ensure DeepL employees are set up with the right technology to work effectively in their roles.
First line IT support: providing the first line of support for employees with all IT-related issues and needs, ensuring an efficient ticketing system, triage and (where necessary) escalation.
Employee hardware and device management: ensuring all employees are set up quickly and efficiently with the devices they need to be effective in their roles.
Office IT and connectivity: ensuring AV set up and connections in our physical office spaces are fit for purpose, working collaboratively with our office/workspace team.
Onboarding and offboarding tech provisioning and training: ensuring new employees know how to access and use technology at DeepL effectively, efficiently and securely.
Continuous improvement: stay up to date with relevant emerging technologies and trends and propose creative solutions for continuous improvement at DeepL.
Key Success Measures:
First line IT support: measured through ticket response and resolution times and CSAT responses.
Optimized and fit for purpose IT services. Employee feedback on our internal technology, gathered through focus groups and in biannual staff surveys.
Evidence of strong collaboration with adjacent functions, including office/workspace, procurement and systems & integrations (engineering).
Full compliance with legal and security needs, including information security certification requirements.
Creative and effective solutions to scaling IT requirements, including use of third party providers and emerging technologies.
Qualities we look for
7+ years of progressive experience in Information Technology, with at least 4 years in a management role, ideally within a SaaS or technology-driven company.
Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment, and managing a distributed team spanning multiple time zones.
Extensive experience with IT service management (ITSM) methodologies (e.g., ITIL) and tools for ticketing, incident management, and change management.
Hands-on experience with a variety of operating systems (e.g. Windows, macOS, Linux) and enterprise applications.
Successful project management experience from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Demonstrated expertise in managing IT services internationally, across multiple countries, cultures and time zones.
Strong understanding and practical experience with IT security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR).
Experience in vendor management and negotiation, building strong relationships with external IT service providers and suppliers.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, both technical and non-technical, across diverse cultures.
This is a hybrid role with an expectation of at least three days per week (on average) in our office in central London.
This role will require some international travel to our global office locations.
What we offer
Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures.
Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.
Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspaces. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.
Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.
Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.
30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.
Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you're hesitant because you don't check all the boxes, don't let that hold you back. At DeepL, it's all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply—let's discover your potential together. We can't wait to meet you!
We are an equal opportunity employer
You are welcome at DeepL for who you are—we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.
