Job description
Engineering Manager (m/f/d)
Company Overview
LEADING THE EVOLUTION OF FITNESS We make it easier for people to access sport by digitalizing the fitness industry. As the market leader in Germany, we rely on the state-of-the-art technologies and methods to create a cloud-based platform that can map all relevant business processes from independent gyms to international chains. Building on this, we have created a unique ecosystem of innovative products and services in the areas of ERP solutions, fintech, mobile apps and lead generation. The Sport Alliance group consists of Magicline, Finion, and MySports. Our offices in Hamburg and Kraków are located in the heart of the city centre. Around 300 colleagues are working on new ideas and solutions to lead the industry into the future.
Job Summary
Do you want to make a change in the FitTech industry with an agile, fast-moving team? How about being part of the culture that truly values your opinions and ideas? If you want to develop software that really matters and deliver the best solutions for our clients alongside a like-minded team, then you're in the right place. Be part of the digital transformation of the fitness industry!
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a team of experienced and motivated backend and frontend software engineers.
- Play an active role in shaping our backend technology stack across the organization.
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of software solutions.
- Be a hands-on leader who actively contributes to coding efforts, participates in code reviews, provides technical guidance, and ensures adherence to best practices.
- Work closely with your team members to understand their strengths, areas for improvement, and career aspirations.
- Develop personalized growth and development plans.
- Align individual development goals with the strategic objectives of software projects.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence to achieve company objectives.
- Direct and oversee the strategic direction of software projects, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, ideally within SaaS platforms or startup environments.
- Hands-on experience with the Java technology stack (Spring, Hibernate, AWS).
- Proven track record of successfully leading and scaling engineering teams.
- Approachable and empathetic leadership style, combined with integrity and accountability.
- Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Experience managing R&D projects and delivering successful implementations.
- Passionate about new programming trends and enjoy working in diverse teams.
- Fluency in both English and German.
Location
Germany, Remote: true
Salary & Benefits
- 100% remote work within Germany / home office within Germany possible
- 30 days annual leave
- Offices with flexible workplaces in Hamburg, Mainz, Eisenstadt, Warsaw, Kraków and Melbourne - all equipped with various drinks & snacks.
- Our exclusive gym, next to the Hamburg office, for free use incl. personal coach for training and nutrition, available to all employees worldwide
- Our unique CashBack Sport program"Move Republic", which rewards your daily and sporting activities
- An above average pension grant for your company pension scheme ("bAV") in Germany or Austria
- Access to the employee benefits portal with the best shopping deals in Germany and Austria
- Subsidy for the "Deutschlandticket" (local transport subscription)
- Direct communication channels through the whole company, an open feedback culture and pronounced appreciation, motivated teams and leads who interact at eye level
Equal Opportunity Statement
We promote cultural diversity and integration: We comprehensively cultivate and strengthen our company on a basis of seven different but equal dimensions: Age, Ethnic Background and Nationality, Gender and Gender Identity, Physical and Mental Identity, Religion and Worldview, Sexual Orientation and Social Background. Learn more
