Tech Associate

Due to the increase in the number of companies in our portfolio and the active guidance of portfolio companies in the field of technology, we are further expanding the Performance Excellence team. We are therefore looking for a Tech Associate.

Your job at Main

At Main Capital Partners, we believe in the power of smart, driven individuals to shape the future of software. With over €6.5 billion in assets under management, we are a strategic investor focused on innovative software companies across Benelux, DACH, Nordics, France, and the US. Our mission is to support sustainable growth in the software sector, one of the most dynamic and impactful industries today.

We’re proud of our strong track record and our reputation as one of Europe’s most distinctive and high-performing investors. With a portfolio of 50+ companies and over 150 add-on acquisitions, we’re growing fast—and so is our team of 80+ professionals across offices in The Hague, Antwerp, Düsseldorf, Stockholm, Paris, and our affiliated office in Boston.

As a Tech Associate, you will work closely with the Product, Tech & AI lead within Performance Excellence on the preparation, execution, and coordination of Technology Due Diligence projects, as well as the interpretation of results and translation into concrete improvement plans for portfolio companies.

In this way, you support investment teams in making the right assessments regarding the technological state of (future) portfolio companies. During our investment period, you support making the technology stack more scalable and modern. From an investment perspective, you contribute to value growth and risk management by translating Tech DD insights into risk and integration decisions.

Furthermore, you also think about the setup and further optimization of Main Capital’s internal IT. You coordinate with our external IT service provider about the setup of the Microsoft environment, security, SLAs, and hardware management.

Tasks include:

• Tech DD & portfolio value creation (primary tasks)
• Collaborate on and lead Tech DD projects (pre-deal and post-deal) and translate findings into 100-day plans and improvement roadmaps;
• Act as a content sparring partner for deal teams and management on scaling issues (cloud, security, data, processes);
• Secure knowledge and maintain reusable checklists/playbooks (best practices);
• Analyze critical skills and work processes of (future) portfolio companies, including in the field of AI;
• Contribution to internal IT & data-driven working:
  • First point of contact for our external IT service provider who manages the Microsoft environment and laptops; manage SLAs, security, continuity, and lead times;
  • Change management in IT innovations: from stakeholder mapping, communication, and training to measurable adoption and continuous improvement;
  • Ensure security and compliance (DORA and ISO 27001): set up policies and controls (IAM, endpoint, patching, backup), organize audits/pen tests, and follow up on findings systematically.

Why you would be a good fit for us:

• You have completed a higher professional education (HBO) or university education (WO) in (Technical) Computer Science or a similar field, with a solid foundation in IT architecture and modern technologies;
• You want to work on both a strategic and hands-on level: from vision and architectural choices to actually implementing changes in the organization and the portfolio. You are proactive, see the bigger picture but are also able to understand details;
• You enjoy switching between internal IT, data & analytics, security, and investments – and you love making a tangible impact;
• You have 4-6 years of relevant experience, for example as a Technology Due Diligence Analyst, IT Project Manager, IT Transformation Manager, IT Lead, (Enterprise) Architect, or Software Engineering Lead with a broad scope; Experience with Tech Due Diligence (Tech DD) and demonstrable experience in quickly understanding application landscapes, code quality, security, and team processes (e.g., through audits or integrations);
• Thorough knowledge of cloud and SaaS solutions (Microsoft 365, Azure), AI developments, identity & access management (Entra ID/AD), endpoint management (Intune), data integrations, and security principles;
• Proven experience with change management, adoption, and stakeholder management, preferably in buy-and-build or post-merger integrations;
• You have good social and communication skills and integrity. You always work in a team and communicate with deal teams and management teams;
• Excellent command of English and Dutch in both spoken and written form is a must. German or French is a plus.

Why work with us:

• Entrepreneurial, fun, young and dedicated team within an informal open corporate culture;
• Gain experience, knowledge, and insight into a leading sector-focused investment fund, in the fast-growing software sector;
• Get involved in dynamic and interesting projects quickly;
• Many responsibilities early on;
• A steep learning curve and career progression;
• Competitive benefits package, including (healthy) lunches every day and a generous Company Fitness plan.

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