Location : Hybrid in Berlin (relocation support provided)
Job Type : Full-time
Package : Base salary + equity (Pre-IPO)
Overview
YourCode Recruitment is seeking a seasoned Director of Software Engineering to lead strategic technical growth and operational excellence across multiple engineering teams. This role involves leveraging technology to optimise customer-facing systems and drive impactful digital transformation. The successful candidate must combine deep technical expertise with a strong business mindset and a passion for building and scaling high-performing teams. This role will operate in an organisation that is scaling in a positive, dynamic environment and requires a leader who has experience navigating both chaotic and mature operating conditions.
This position is ideal for someone looking to make a lasting impact by leading transformative engineering initiatives in a purpose-driven, recession-proof organisation. It is expected that the candidate has strong architectural skills and will participate in a System Design interview with the technology leadership team.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Direction
- Guide the development of scalable and robust system architectures across multiple domains.
- Oversee high-impact projects aimed at improving data systems, internal tooling, and operational efficiency across product, sales, and logistics functions.
- Ensure technology solutions are pragmatic, scalable, and user-centric.
Delivering Business Value
Oversee day-to-day engineering operations with a focus on process improvement, team productivity, and timely project delivery.Align engineering priorities with broader business goals, managing technical debt and streamlining backlogs.Team Development & Culture
Build, lead, and mentor multiple engineering teams, including coaching of managers and team leads.Foster a culture of continuous learning, transparency, and performance.Design and implement career development frameworks to support team growth.Strategic Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a key liaison between engineering and other business units, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration.Translate complex business and technical requirements into actionable strategies and solutions.Qualifications
Leadership Experience
Proven track record in a senior engineering leadership position, managing large teams (40+ engineers across 3+ teams).Experience in building second-layer management and scaling engineering organizations.Business Acumen
Strong strategic thinking and planning capabilities.Ability to align technical initiatives with business objectives and evaluate trade-offs effectively.Background in operations, process optimization, and delivering business-critical projects.Technical Expertise
Solid experience in software architecture and systems design.Track record of solving complex engineering challenges at scale in a senior or staff engineering capacity.Soft Skills
Strong sense of ownership, initiative, and adaptability in a dynamic environment.Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical and business concepts clearly.Skilled in managing cross-functional dynamics, risk, and organizational complexity.Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at YourCode - Award Winning IT & Digital Consultancy by 2x. Get notified about new Director of Engineering jobs in European Union .
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