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Lead Software Engineer

Wearehaystack — Germany · Posted ~22 hours ago

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Backend Development PHP Team Leadership Code Review

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A leading tech partner is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to drive both development and technical leadership within their engineering team. In this role, you'll dedicate 70% of your time to hands-on coding while mentoring developers and setting technical standards. This opportunity requires proficiency in backend languages with a willingness to work with PHP and fluency in German.

Highlights

Take a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide development efforts, establish team standards, and support junior developers transitioning to backend technologies. Collaborate closely with senior architects to shape project direction and ensure high-quality delivery.

Description

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner! The Role • Spend approximately 70% of your time on hands-on development in production code. • Dedicate the remaining time to team leadership, including code reviews, pairing, and unblocking team members. • Drive the establishment of team standards, processes, documentation, and a robust review culture. • Ensure predictable delivery and high-quality output within the team. • Support two developers transitioning to PHP backend development. • Collaborate closely with the CTO/Architect on architecture and project direction. What You'll Need • Several years of production experience with a strong senior developer background. • Proficient in at least one backend language, with a willingness to work with PHP. • Proven ability to lead technically through mentorship and example, rather than authority. • Desire to grow into a technical lead role; prior lead experience is a plus. • Fluency in German (B2/C1 level) is mandatory for team collaboration. • Experience with event-driven systems (Kafka/Redis Streams) and Linux/NixOS is beneficial. What's On Offer • Competitive salary. • Significant impact in a small, visible team where your standards shape development practices. • Opportunity to grow into a lead role, influencing team processes and quality. • Collaboration with a CTO/Architect and a diverse engineering team. Apply via Haystack today!