Engineering Manager (Berlin, hybrid) (Berlin, Germany)

Engineering Manager (Berlin, hybrid)

Company Overview

Redefining graphic design: Kittl is transforming how creators work with an intuitive platform that stands as a modern, competitive alternative to traditional design tools: Build the new Adobe of tomorrowRapid growth: Millions of users within just two years of launchDiverse team: 120+ team members representing 30+ different countriesTruly product-led company: Engineers, Product managers and designers are at the core of Kittl - shaping an engineering driven working cultureStrong funding: Raised over $45M from world-renowned investors who have also backed companies like Slack, Dropbox, and Figma Learn more: www.kittl.com/career

Kittl is a browser-based tool built for designers, by designers to create and deliver professional quality work. We’re on mission to redefine graphic design, challenge outdated workflows, and offer an alternative to the status quo. We’re invested in our design community. And we believe in bringing joy back to the creative process. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology in software development and AI, Kittl has achieved millions of users and counting. Our growing team represents 20+ nationalities and works across hubs in Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Join us: https://www.kittl.com/career … Show more

Job Summary

As Engineering Manager, you’ll guide a talented group of engineers and help drive the evolution of Kittl’s product.In this role, you’ll combine strong engineering expertise and proven leadership skills to shape technical direction, support your team’s growth, and collaborate closely with design, engineering and product leadership to deliver an exceptional creative experience.While the primary focus of your role will be people management, we encourage EMs to stay close to code through reviews, pairing, and individual contributions as necessary to ensure your team's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & mentor: Support the growth of a team of 3-6 engineers, providing guidance and feedback
• Drive efficiency & quality: Keep development smooth, scalable, and aligned with company goals
• Plan & prioritize: Manage priorities, roadmaps, and resources together with Product and Design leads
• Shape architecture: Ensure reliability, scalability, and code quality
• Hire & expand: Contribute to recruiting and building a strong engineering team

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience: 6+ years in engineering, with at least 1 year of people management
• Technical depth: Strong software engineering background, able to guide architectural direction
• Engineering excellence: Track record of delivering high-quality, scalable software
• Product mindset: Strong product thinking to guide decisions and deliver meaningful user value
• Collaboration skills: You thrive in close collaboration with design leadership and product strategy, turning vision into impactful execution
• Ownership & drive: A self-starter who enjoys experimentation and challenging the status quo

Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for someone Exceptionally driven to drive impact and challenge the status quoWho takes extreme ownership & gets things doneWho goes above and above in their role

Location

Berlin, Berlin, Germany, Remote: False

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary & Benefits

Maximise your impact: No matter if you’re leading a team or you stand out by your domain expertise - all we care about is supporting you to maximise your own impactHackathons: Our quarterly hackathons provide an environment to experiment with new concepts, push boundaries, and potentially deliver the next big thingKittl Week: Each year, our global team gathers together for a whole week, to work, celebrate, get inspired, and have funFlexible working hours: Our core hours are 11am–5pm CET, leaving the rest of your schedule flexible to fit your styleRemote work: Work up to 50 days (10 weeks) fully remote per year from anywhere in the world, as long as you maintain our core hoursLearning & development: Our L&D budget supports your professional growthMobility benefit: We fully cover your monthly BVG public transport ticketHealth and fitness: Urban Sports Club membership discountVacation: Up to 30 vacation days per year

Application Process

Recruiter interview (45 min)CTO interview (60 min)Director of Engineering interview (60 min)Product Manager interview (45 min)Stakeholder interviews (30 min + 20 min, back-to-back)Bar-raiser interview with CEO & Chief of Staff (45 min)

Equal Opportunity Statement

🌈 At Kittl, we embrace diversity and value every team member's unique background, identity, and experience. We're all about respect, honesty, and inclusivity. Together, we create a safe and supportive work environment where everyone thrives. Join us on this exciting journey of making our company and product even better!