Salesforce Engineering Manager (m/f/d)

IU International University of Applied Sciences; Hannover; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WorkFlex Benefit

Remote work option

Flexible time management

Technology courses funded

DeutschlandTicket €13.45 subsidy

Jobrad (bike leasing)

30 vacation days + birthday/Christmas

Job summary

IU International University of Applied Sciences is seeking a Salesforce Engineering Manager to lead a dedicated team of engineers and administrators. The role blends leadership with hands-on Salesforce development, focusing on robust, scalable solutions aligned to business goals.

Based in Germany with hybrid work options, you will guide architecture, contribute to development work, and mentor a team of ten engineers and two administrators, reporting to the Director of Sales & Service Technology.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Salesforce development experience with Apex, Lightning and APIs.
• Engineering management experience in a Salesforce-related environment.
• Proponent of AI integrated into Salesforce and SDLC.
• Understanding of Salesforce best practices and design patterns.
• Proficient in Agile project management and CI/CD.
• Strong communication and collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor engineers and guide a product-focused engineering strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor an agile team of Salesforce engineers.
• Foster an innovative, inclusive culture with knowledge sharing.
• Advocate for AI across the SDLC and development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define engineering strategies.
• Align team work with the product roadmap and business goals.
• Optimize workflows for development efficiency.
• Remain hands-on with Salesforce development (Apex, Lightning, APIs).
• Ensure secure, scalable Salesforce ecosystem integration with other systems.

Skills

Salesforce development

Apex

Lightning

APIs

Engineering management

AI in SDLC

Agile

Communication

Team leadership

Job description

Seize this opportunity and support our Team at one of our locations (e.g. Munich, Berlin, Hamburg, etc.) or remotely within Germany as a Salesforce Engineering Manager (m/f/d). As a Salesforce Engineering Manager (m/f/d) at IU, you will take on a hybrid role that combines strong leadership abilities with hands‑on technical expertise in the Salesforce environment. You will lead a dedicated team of ten engineers and two administrators, guiding them through complex projects and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Reporting directly to the Director of Sales & Service Technology, your responsibilities will encompass both the effective management of your team and active participation in Salesforce development projects. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that our Salesforce solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with our business objectives. This role is perfect for a seasoned Salesforce professional who is passionate about using technology to solve business challenges and who thrives in a leadership position. You will have direct reports and will be expected to contribute to development efforts at a Senior Engineer level, spending some of your time actively developing.

Your tasks

• Lead by example, providing technical guidance and mentorship to an agile team of Salesforce engineers.
• Foster an innovative and inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Advocate for and support the implementation of AI across the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Work in close collaboration with the Director of Sales & Service Technology and other leaders to define and advance engineering strategies and practices.
• Align team efforts with the overarching product roadmap and business objectives, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Salesforce solutions.
• Optimize team workflows and processes to enhance development efficiency and effectiveness.
• Remain hands‑on with Salesforce development, including coding, configuration, and customization, using Apex, Lightning, and various APIs.
• Ensure the creation and maintenance of a robust, secure, and scalable Salesforce ecosystem that integrates seamlessly with other systems and third‑party tools.
• Encourage strong collaboration between your squad and other teams, ensuring alignment and knowledge sharing across projects and initiatives.

Your Profile

• Several years of hands‑on experience in Salesforce development, with proven expertise in Salesforce configuration, Apex, Lightning, APIs, and integrated solutions.
• 2+ years of engineering management experience in a Salesforce‑related environment, with a track record of managing and mentoring individual contributors.
• A proponent of AI who has actively embedded it into both the Salesforce platform and the SDLC.
• Comprehensive understanding of Salesforce best practices, design patterns, and limits.
• Skilled in Agile project management methodologies, facilitating an environment of continuous integration and delivery.
• Adept at navigating complex technical challenges and providing innovative and efficient solutions.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities, capable of engaging effectively with technical teams, stakeholders, and non‑technical audiences alike.

We offer

• Be you at IU: We support and empower you to achieve your personal and professional goals. After all, your happiness significantly contributes to a positive and productive environment.
• Work wherever you want…: Digitalization is part of our DNA. Decide for yourself which place sparks the most productivity in you. You love remote work? No problem! Would you like to work abroad for a while? Our WorkFlex Benefit makes it possible.
• … and flexible in terms of time: It's your job; We trust you and give you the greatest possible freedom to organize yourself.
• Take your knowledge to a new level: Where else, if not with us? Enjoy free access to all our e-learning platforms. In addition, we will finance you a complete technology course of your choic
• Make your journey sustainable: Whether it's a DeutschlandTicket subsidised to just €13.45, or a Jobrad (bike leasing) offer, enjoy the freedom of mobility for both work and personal activities, while also making an eco-friendly choice.
• 33 days to rest: Taking breaks is important! In addition to 30 flexible vacation days per year, we also give you additional days off on your birthday, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

IU International University of Applied Science (IU) is Germany's largest university of applied science - and we are not just an excellent choice for studying, but also an outstanding Great Place to Work®! As an Edutech company, we rely on state‑of‑the‑art technology and data‑driven approaches. That's why AI‑driven voice assistants and other GPT systems have long become part of our daily work routine, helping us to focus on exciting projects. Here at IU over 4,000 employees are dedicated to making a difference.

Become part of our Engineering team! We're passionate, competitive, open to all things new - and we love data. We live to code anything that makes IU students and IU services better.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Ronja at [e-mail].

Actions speak louder than words: We cherish our "Culture of Everyone" and would like to take this opportunity to empathize that we do not tolerate discrimination towards any race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. We welcome you as you are and look forward to nurturing our diverse community at the IU!