Software Development Manager
What you’ll do
Guide and grow a small team of engineers by providing regular feedback, mentorship, and coaching
Work closely with design, product, and founding teams to define scope, set priorities, and deliver impactful projects
Drive effective planning and execution across initiatives, ensuring engineers remain focused and unblocked
Maintain high standards for code quality and system reliability through reviews, architectural input, and operational best practices
Champion and help cultivate a strong engineering culture rooted in ownership, curiosity, collaboration and strong work ethic
Contribute to shaping and evolving our engineering practices, hiring criteria, and team processes as the organization scales
What we’re looking for
10+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 5+ years in a leadership or managerial role at a top-tier high growth startup, or FAANG level tech company (e.g., Tech Lead, EM, SDM)
Strong technical background and ability to engage deeply with engineering challenges - from architecture to shipping high-quality products
Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration with Product, Design, and leadership to deliver projects end to end
Excellent communication skills, both strategic and tactical - able to set direction while supporting day-to-day execution
Deep curiosity about technology and a track record of building impactful products
Tech Stack
Languages: TypeScript
Backend: GCP, Cloud Functions, Cloud Tasks, RabbitMC, Firestore, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch
Frontend: React, shadcn/ui, Tailwind CSS
AI Models: OpenAI, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, Llama, etc.
Bonus Points
Previous experience as a hands-on engineer in AI, infrastructure, or product-heavy domains
Academic background in Computer Science or a related technical field
What we offer
Exciting and challenging work with real impact and ownership at one of Europe’s fastest-growing Series A startups
Regular team events and off-sites
Aggressive equity compensation package
Paid Uber Eats & Uber home when working late
The most beautiful office space and work environment in Berlin