Head of Software Engineering

About the role

As Head of Software Engineering, you will define the framework for excellent software development and lead the technical organization. You are responsible for advancing technical standards, fostering team competencies, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, sustainable software solutions for clients. You will work closely with management to align technical strategy with business goals and customer value.

Responsibilities

• Develop the strategic direction of the technical organization.
• Strengthen internal communities for software development, architecture, cloud, and DevOps.
• Establish technical standards and best practices for quality and scalability.
• Create an environment that encourages responsibility, learning, and growth among technical staff.
• Identify and implement relevant technology trends to provide value to the organization and clients.
• Collaborate with management and technical experts to shape the future of the technical organization.
• Balance technical excellence with customer needs and economic efficiency.

Required skills

• Software Engineering
• Technical Leadership
• Architecture
• Cloud
• DevOps
• Strategic Planning
• German

Nice to have

• IT Consulting
• Project-based software development

Qualifications

• Broad technical understanding of architecture and quality decisions
• Experience leading technical teams or leaders through growth and change
• Professional proficiency in German (C1 level or higher)

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Remote work options
• Professional development budget
• Flat hierarchies
• Company pension scheme
• Health insurance
• Work-life balance support
• Urban Sports Club subsidy
• BVG ticket subsidy
• Corporate benefits

About the Company

Assecor GmbH is an IT consulting and software development company that values a respectful, open corporate culture with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths.