Lead Software Engineer (m/f/d)

About the role

Your responsibilities• Together with two fellow Lead Engineers, you will help lead an engineering organization of around 20 people. • You will provide technical and functional leadership for a team, with no more than five direct reports. • You will build robust backend solutions for sophisticated wealth management products and actively shape their architecture. • You will establish new technical standards and champion high-quality, sustainable software design in a regulated environment. • You will break down complex business and technical topics into focused workstreams with clear ownership. • Initially, you will work extensively hands-on in the codebase; over time, the role will develop toward approximately 70% team leadership and 30% technical work. • You will support your team members’ development and foster a constructive, learning-oriented engineering culture. • You will strengthen our internal development capacity and help deliver reliable software that supports lasting client relationships. Your profile• Several years of backend development experience with Python and Django. • Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL and Redis, together with experience in cloud-based architectures like Microsoft Azure or AWS • A genuine passion for excellent software design and clean, maintainable solutions. • Initial or proven experience in technical or functional leadership. • A genuine interest in financial markets, investing and wealth management, enabling you to understand our users and build a lasting connection with the product. • A growth mindset, curiosity and the motivation to develop both technically and as a leader. What we offerWe are an established product company with the spirit of a startup. You can expect a team-oriented atmosphere, quick decision-making, and genuine freedom to shape your work environment. Flexible work hours, training budgets, and attractive benefits give you the space for personal growth, career opportunities, and a fulfilling life. SprachkenntnisseFluent English is essential German skills nice-to-have. Ansprechpartner/inJulian Eder Find more English Speaking Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow

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