Project manager - European Commission (FGIV, Luxembourg)

About this position

The summary below is published by European Commission on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.

Key responsibilities

According to the vacancy notice, the role centres on the following duties:

• Organise, manage, and supervise the implementation of key IT services and projects
• Lead a team of IT developers, including external service providers
• Coordinate daily tasks of development teams
• Apply PM² methodology to create project plans
• Manage risks and ensure timely delivery of software solutions
• Collaborate with other Commission services such as DIGIT
• Handle technical maintenance and system migrations
• Support end-users through business transformations

Are you eligible?

Check these requirements from the notice before investing time in an application:

• Experience: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in managing IT tools and software development projects, with proven software development experience, ideally in the field of financial applications
• Languages: English (C1)
• Key skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, Ability to conceptualise technical solutions, Ability to structure information effectively, Strong leadership skills, Strong teamwork skills, Solid understanding of modern software architecture and infrastructure, Practical experience or strong working knowledge in Java and Node.js, Practical experience or strong working knowledge in Kafka, Practical experience or strong working knowledge in Cloud computing, Practical experience or strong working knowledge in DevSecOps practices

Contract and working arrangements

Working arrangements: Based in Brussels with team members also in Luxembourg; flexible working conditions including the possibility of teleworking.

Hiring unit: Unit T.1, Directorate-General for Translation (DGT), Technology Directorate (DIR.T).

Position details

Reference

EC/2026/DGT/515278

Directorate-General

DGT - Translation

Vacancy Notice

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Last Verified

24 July 2026

Position overview

This is the official EU Careers listing for Project manager at European Commission based in Luxembourg at the FGIV grade level (Contract Agent). The vacancy reference is EC/2026/DGT/515278. It is hosted by DGT - Translation, the Directorate-General responsible for this policy area. The role falls under the Information Technology domain.

Do you want to help shape the future of the European Union? Make the planet greener,

promote a fairer society, or support businesses and innovation across the EU? Then come and

work for the European Commission where you can really make a difference!

Commission staff are a diverse group of people, who are motivated to help make Europe – and

the world – a better place. They come from the 27 Member States of the European Union.

Different nationalities, backgrounds, languages and cultures make the Commission a vibrant and

inclusive place to work .

WE OFFER ATTRACTIVE WORKING CONDITIONS AND MUCH MORE:

• Interesting and challenging positions with plenty of opportunities for training and

acquiring new skills and competencies throughout your whole career

• Opportunities to try several areas of move between different policy your career

• A package of flexible working conditions including the possibility of teleworking – we

care about your work -life balance

• A competitive financial package, including comprehensive healthcare , accident and

pension schemes

• A multilingual, multicultural workplace where personal and career development are

strongly promoted

• Multilingual schools for your children

We recruit from a wide range of backgrounds and actively promote diversity and

inclusion: We do not only recruit political scientists and lawyers but are also looking for all kinds of

profiles, including scientists, linguists, IT experts, data analysts and economists, as well as drivers

and engineers.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to fostering a rich, diverse and inclusive working

environment. We aim for our workforce to be representative of European society and strongly

welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We actively seek to create a workplace where

each staff member feels valued and respected, can give their best and can develop to their full

potential.

To promote diversity and establish a geographically balanced pool of candidates, we strongly

encourage applicants from Member States which are currently underrepresented in the European

Commission workforce to apply. These Member States are currently Austria, Cyprus, the Czech

Republic, Denmark, the Netherlands, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta,

Poland, Portugal, Slovakia and Sweden 1. Recruitment will however remain strictly based on the

merits of all applicants and no positions will be reserved for nationals of any specific Member

State.

STAFF RECRUITED ON CONTRACTS

In addition to permanent officials, the European Commission offers non -permanent positions.

There are two categories of non -permanent staff :

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temporary agents are recruited to fill vacant positions for a set amount of ti me or

to perform highly specialised tasks .

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contract agents may provide additional capacity in specialised fields where an

insufficient number of officials is available or carry out a number of administrative or

manual tasks. They are generally recruited for fixed -term contracts (maximum 6 years in

any EU Institution), but in some cases they can be offered contracts for an indefinite

duration (in offices, agencies, delegations or representations).

For more information on different staff categories

> 1Please note that the list of underrepresented Member States may be subject to future amendment based on potential > data changes over time.

The Directorate -General for Translation (DGT) is the European Commission's language service, the

largest public translation service globally, playing a vital role in the EU's multilingualism policy. We

help bring the Union’s policies closer to its citizens. Our Technology Directorate (DIR.T) fosters a

cutting -edge IT environment and spearheads innovation, including in AI, to keep DGT at the

forefront of digital transformation.

Unit T.1, within DIR.T, is crucial in supporting all users, enabling DGT to deliver high -quality

translations and language services. We develop and maintain information systems for DGT's

enterprise architecture and business processes and manage software acquisition. Our unit actively

implements the Commission’s Digital and Data Strategies. Based in Brussels with team members also

in Luxembourg, Unit T.1 values a supportive and collaborative atmosphere where the human aspect

is central to our success. You will be joining a team led by a Head of Unit, supported by three Heads

of Sector.

We are offering a dynamic position as a Project Manager - IT Specialist. In this role, you will organise,

manage, and supervise the implementation of key IT services and projects. You will lead a team of IT

developers, including external service providers, and coordinate their daily tasks.

Your main responsibilities will include applying the PM² methodology to create project plans,

manage risks, and ensure the timely delivery of software solutions. You will also collaborate closely

with other Commission services, such as DIGIT, to handle technical maintenance, system migrations,

and support end -users through business transformations. We are looking for a motivated IT Project Manager with a strong background in Information and

Communication Technologies. You should have at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in

managing IT tools and software development projects , as well as proven software development

experience , ideally in the field of financial applications .

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of modern software architecture and

infrastructure. To successfully guide our development teams, following practical experience and/ or

strong working knowledge in the following areas will be considered as strong assets :

- Java and Node.js

- Kafka

- Cloud computing

- DevSecOps practices

- ColdFusion migration (to lead the decommissioning of our legacy products)

You should possess excellent analytical and problem -solving skills, with the ability to conceptualise

technical solutions and structure information effectively. Strong leadership and teamwork skills are

essential, as you will be managing developer teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

A thorough knowledge of English (C1 level) is required to communicate technical information clearly

and draft project documentation. A n intermediate working knowledge of French is also necessary.

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Salary at this grade

Basic monthly salary at FGIV runs from €4,449 (step 1) to €5,034 (top step), giving an annual range of roughly €53,388 to €60,408 before tax and allowances. Steps increase automatically every two years; the figures here are taken from the salary grid in the EU Staff Regulations.

Eligible staff posted away from their country of nationality also receive an expatriation allowance worth 16% of basic salary (around €712 per month at step 1 of FGIV) together with household, dependent-child, and education allowances where applicable. Take-home pay is then adjusted by the country correction coefficient for Luxembourg. For a worked example see our correction coefficients guide and the EU salaries overview.

Application timeline

This vacancy was first listed on 20 April 2026, 97 days ago.

The application deadline is 4 August 2026, 7 days from today. Late applications are not accepted, so submit through the official EU Careers portal well in advance.

Last verified against the EU Careers feed on 24 July 2026 (2 days ago).

Where to learn more

For full responsibilities, requirements, and career progression at FGIV see our FGIV grade page; for headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at European Commission see the European Commission institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in Luxembourg see our Luxembourg location page; for related vacancies in the Information Technology field browse our Information Technology domain page.

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