Software Development Manager

Antler; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 100.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A fast-growing Series A startup in Berlin is seeking an experienced engineering leader to guide their team of developers. In this role, you will mentor engineers, drive project execution, and maintain high standards for quality and reliability in code. Applicants should have over 10 years of professional experience in software engineering, including leadership roles in top-tier companies. Offering competitive compensation, equity, and a vibrant work environment.

Leistungen

Exciting work with real impact

Team events and off-sites

Aggressive equity compensation

Paid meals for late work

Beautiful office space

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of software engineering experience required.
• 5+ years in a leadership role at a tech company preferred.
• Strong technical backgrounf is essential.

Aufgaben

• Guide and mentor a team of engineers.
• Collaborate with design and product teams on projects.
• Maintain standards for code quality.

Kenntnisse

Leadership and management skills

Software engineering proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication

Curiosity about technology

Ausbildung

Academic background in Computer Science or related field

Tools

TypeScript

GCP

React

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

Jobbeschreibung

Location

Berlin

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Engineering

Compensation

• €100K – €150K • Offers Equity

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

Compensation Range: €100K - €150K