Head of Software Engineering

Description Lesen Sie den Überblick über dieses Stellenangebot, um zu verstehen, welche Fähigkeiten, einschließlich relevanter Soft Skills und Softwarepaket-Kenntnisse, erforderlich sind. As Head of Software Engineering at SQUER, you are responsible for developing and growing our service portfolio around system design, architecture, and modern software engineering. With a strong consulting background and a focus on business development, you drive the strategic direction of your business unit, strengthen client relationships, and expand SQUER’s market position. As a charismatic and empathetic leader, you inspire your team and create an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth. Your tasks Development and implementation of a (growth) strategy for the business unit . Responsible for the operational business , including planning, implementing, and monitoring projects, budgets, and operational metrics. Identify market trends and customer needs and perform competitive analysis to adapt and evolve the service offerings. Build and nurture relationships with clients and partners to strengthen SQUER’s market presence and open new business opportunities. Monitor and analyze customer satisfaction to ensure long-term partnerships and continuous improvement. Lead, coach, and develop your team to enable high performance and sustainable growth. Promote a culture of collaboration, openness, and innovation to ensure successful company growth and development. Collaboration with other departments , such as other business units, sales, and marketing, to create synergies and ensure the achievement of company goals. Your qualifications You have a strong background in software development , extensive experience with enterprise- as well as event-driven architectures (Kafka or similar), and a good understanding of how to integrate and migrate software systems (Strangler Fig, CDC, Micro Frontends, API design, etc.). Hands-on consulting experience and a strong track record in developing client relationships and driving business growth. Proven experience in planning, executing, and monitoring project s, budgets, and operational metrics. Passion for working with people and building long-term relationships with customers , partners, and internal stakeholders. You also understand your role as a mediator and have a problem-solver mindset. You describe yourself as a charismatic leader with high empathy, a strong performance orientation, and excellent social skills. You actively use AI-powered tools (e.g., code assistants, LLM-based workflows) to amplify your productivity and quality — or you're eager to start. You possess excellent German and English language skills in both written and verbal communication, and communication skills are among your strengths. Your Benefits Why You'll Love Working at SQUER: Ownership