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Lead Software Engineer

Wearehaystack — Germany · Posted ~22 hours ago

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Skills

Production software development Backend development Technical leadership Code review Mentoring Team leadership Software architecture PHP

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A technical leadership opportunity for an experienced software engineer who will spend most of the time writing production code while guiding a development team. The role involves mentoring engineers, establishing engineering standards, improving code review practices, collaborating on architecture, and helping ensure reliable delivery. Strong backend experience is required, with willingness to work with PHP, along with fluent German at B2/C1 level.

Highlights

Hands-on engineering leadership role with substantial production development time, strong influence over engineering standards and architecture, and opportunities to mentor developers and grow into a broader technical leadership position.

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!