Head of Engineering - Purchasing (m/f/nb)

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Head of Engineering – Purchasing (m/f/nb)

As Head of Engineering, you will lead a team of 15 talented software developers and focus on the development of our state‑of‑the‑art e‑commerce webshop, working closely with cross‑functional teams including Platform Architecture, Data Services, Product Management and UX. This strategic leadership role ensures the scrum teams run smoothly, fosters a culture of continuous learning, and drives technical excellence in line with our platform strategy.

Your contribution to success

Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor and inspire a team of 15 developers in the Checkout and Transaction teams and ensure alignment with company goals and personal growth of team members
Collaboration & cross‑functional work: Work closely with product managers, architects and UX designers to set the technical direction and ensure the successful implementation of our digital solutions
Agile leadership: Lead multiple scrum teams with a focus on scalability, agile methodologies and fostering a culture of independence and innovation
Process improvement: Develop and optimize continuous development processes and ensure compliance with best practices in the areas of quality assurance, monitoring and incident management
Talent development: Support personal and professional development through coaching, onboarding and tailored training programs
Product Strategy: Drive product development in line with our platform strategy and ensure timely and effective delivery of high quality digital solutions

Your success factors

Technical expertise: Extensive experience in web development, software architecture, cloud infrastructure and test automation with in‑depth practical know‑how
Operations Mindset: You are a strong fit for the role if you have proven a positive impact on the availability and correctness of a high‑traffic, high‑revenue platform
Platform development: Ideally experience in building large‑scale e‑commerce platforms and in‑depth knowledge of key engineering metrics
Agile leadership: Proven experience in leading scrum teams and fostering a collaborative and high‑performing work environment
Stakeholder management: Ability to maintain cross‑functional relationships with key stakeholders and align business goals with technical delivery
Innovative Mindset: Interest in the latest trends in engineering practices and emerging technologies
Soft Skills: Empathetic, proactive and pragmatic leader with excellent communication skills in English
Flexibility: Willingness to travel occasionally as part of the role

We Are a Great Place to Work

Our tolerant and empathic work environment enables you to help shape our company’s future, thereby giving you lots of room for personal development. Our unique company culture was officially recognised by the Great Place to Work institute.

We Improve Your Work‑Life Balance

Flexitime and hybrid working arrangements as well as a special leave allowance enable you to organise your workday around your needs. And we care about your children. Our head office in Hirschau operates a child day‑care centre that looks after your little ones.

We Communicate at a Peer Level

We are a family‑run business. Means friendly interaction is paramount to us. And when it comes to being a trust‑based horizontal organisation, around here, we practise what we preach.

We Promote Health

Which is why we offer a variety of services and activities centred around health and fitness. Regular medical checkups are top of the agenda. Moreover, for all those who like to keep fit, there is Conrad Sports Club based at our Hirschau office that provides a range of activities, coaching sessions and even an in‑house tennis court. Being healthy isn’t just about exercising, it’s also about a balanced diet. This is why food served in our cafeterias at Hirschau and Wernberg uses local produce and is freshly prepared.