Head of Engineering
Munich, 3 days a week on site, 2 days a week wfh
90 000 - €100 000 salary
Permanent contract
Are you passionate about leading engineering teams, driving innovation, and shaping the future of technology in a fast-growing SaaS environment?
5V Tech is working with a trusted partner, a leading software company located in Munich. They are searching for an experienced and hands-on Lead / Senior Engineer to join their forward-thinking company as their new Head of Engineering .
Join a dynamic team on a mission to revolutionize a traditionally manual industry with a fully digital, cloud-based SaaS platform.You will be working alongside a talented, international team to scale the technology and the business.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and Scale the Team : Manage and grow a high-performing engineering team across multiple locations, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Drive Product Development : Ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software aligned with the product roadmap.
- Optimize Processes : Implement and refine development processes to ensure efficiency and scalability.
- Champion Technology : Advocate for and evangelize the current tech stack, while bringing creative ideas for future architectures and tools.
- Ensure Robustness : Oversee the security, scalability, and performance of the platform to support rapid growth.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally : Work closely with product, design, and other stakeholders to align technical efforts with business goals.
What You’ll Bring
Technical Expertise : Proven hands-on experience with modern cloud-based SaaS technologies, including :Java / Spring Boot (essential)
AWS, Kubernetes, and PostgresReact for front-end developmentDevOps practices using Terraform and GrafanaLeadership Experience : A track record of building, mentoring, and inspiring engineering teams.Problem-Solving Mindset : Capable of stepping in during challenging situations and guiding the team through growth and technical complexity.Communication Skills : Ability to clearly articulate technical vision and strategy to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Strategic and Hands-On : Balances big-picture thinking with the ability to dive into technical details when needed.Why This Role?
Be part of a high-growth SaaS scale-up making a significant impact in its industry.Work with a talented, diverse, and agile team in a hybrid work model.Enjoy the opportunity to shape the technology and processes of a cutting-edge platform.Join a supportive culture that values innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.5V Tech are acting as an Employment Agency for the purposes of this job vacancy. We offer a reward scheme if you can recommend someone for this position, up to €250 for you and an additional €250 to a charity of your choice, 5V Tech are recognised talent solutions experts within IoT and Deep Tech working across Europe, the UK, and North America.