Dr. Dominik Schäfer

Innovation-driven tech enthusiast, transforming creative ideas into impactful technology solutions

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

About

As a Global Director for Innovation at Syntax, I spearhead a global team committed to transforming business processes across multiple sectors including manufacturing, retail, natural resources, and construction. My role involves leveraging cutting-edge AWS and SAP BTP technologies to enhance the SAP landscape, developing applications that tackle critical challenges and boost efficiency across various industries. In addition to my role at Syntax, I am an entrepreneur and Co-founder of optimic, a company revolutionizing the audio and event industry with innovative products. With a strong foundation in both academia and industry, I effectively combine research and industry experience. I hold a Master's in Business Informatics and a Ph.D. in Computer Science, specializing in distributed systems, particularly IoT and edge computing. Connect with me to discuss how we can transform your manufacturing processes and explore potential collaborations.

Experience

  • Syntax (Full-time · 7 yrs 2 mos)
    • Director Global Innovation Program
      Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    • Principal Innovation Program Manager, Global Business Innovation
      Nov 2024 - Feb 2026 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Executive Solution Architect SAP Business Innvoation
      Apr 2024 - Nov 2024 · 8 mos

  • Co-Founder at optimic GmbH
    Apr 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 3 mos

  • Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter at University of Mannheim
    Feb 2013 - Apr 2019 · 6 yrs 3 mos

    Topics: Virtualization technology, (I)Internet of Things, Edge Computing, Distributed Computing, Compilers, System Software, Embedded Systems.