Lead Fullstack Engineer

autarc GmbH; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking start-up that is redefining the energy sector. As the Lead Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing innovative UK-specific features for SaaS applications. Your expertise in TypeScript, React, and cloud databases will be essential as you guide a talented team to deliver high-performance solutions. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your equipment, generous vacation days, and the opportunity to participate in exciting team events. This role promises a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the future of technology in energy management.

Benefits

Freedom to choose equipment

Virtual stock options

28 paid vacation days

Annual team retreat

Mobility subsidies

Health and fitness subscriptions

Team events and lunches

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in startups, with 2+ years in a lead role.
• Proficient in TypeScript, React, and TailwindCSS for full-stack development.

Responsibilities

• Spearheading engineering initiatives and overseeing junior engineers.
• Building web-hooks, focusing on frontend design, and improving UX.

Skills

TypeScript

React

TailwindCSS

SaaS Product Development

Docker

GitHub

Local Databases (RxDB)

Cloud Databases (Postgres)

Tools

Docker

GitHub

fly.io

Job description

Company

Founded in Berlin, autarc is a 35-person start-up that last year graduated from Y Combinator in San Francisco. Our team includes members in Sales, Tech, and Operations, with plans to expand into the UK market where we are hiring a new team.

Role description

You will be part of our 5th Engineering team, working on Solar, Heat, Core, and AI for local adaptation and product development of UK-specific features, such as grant applications.
Your work will involve building UI links and widgets, mapping data, and integrating systems for seamless operation. Examples include importing/exporting 3D scans and renders, handling billing/invoicing, and managing subscriptions.
As the Lead Engineer in London, you will spearhead engineering initiatives and oversee some complex tasks, guiding two junior/mid-level engineers.
Additional responsibilities include:

• Building web-hooks into our APIs
• Focusing on flawless frontend design and UI
• Collaborating with the design team to improve UX
• Designing, coding, and testing both new and existing features
• Developing B2B SaaS applications
• Ensuring high performance and reliability of code

The role is full-stack, with a 60/40 split between frontend and backend development.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience working with startups
• 2+ years in a lead role
• Experience building SaaS products
• Proficiency with TypeScript, React, TailwindCSS
• Experience with local databases like RxDB
• Familiarity with cloud databases such as Postgres (Supabase)
• Experience with Docker, GitHub, and fly.io
• Based in London and willing to work 3 days in Soho office
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship

What we offer

• Freedom to choose equipment within budget
• Virtual stock options
• 28 paid vacation days
• Annual team retreat
• Mobility subsidies
• Health and fitness subscriptions
• Team events, lunches, and activities

Our values

Next steps

If successful, your process will include:

• Screening call with Louis (Recruiter)
• Culture fit call with Marius (CTO)
• Take-home coding challenge (approx. 2-4 hours)
• Final face-to-face interview with Marius (CTO) and Etienne (CEO)