Freelance Coach (m/f/d) – Product Management / IT Project Management

Who we are:

neuefische GmbH, with our brands neuefische and Spiced Academy , has been Germany’s leading tech bootcamp provider for over ten years. Our programs create opportunities for people to launch fulfilling careers while driving the digital skills transformation across Germany.

To date, over 7,000 participants have trained with us, and around 70% start working in tech immediately after the bootcamp. With 40% female participation , our courses not only build skilled professionals but also foster greater diversity in the tech industry. Many programs conclude with certifications from renowned partners such as IHK, Amazon, and CompTIA .

Our vision : To transform lives by equipping people with the skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed in tech—online and on campus, in both German and English.

Who we are looking for:

Are you a forward-thinking developer who stays ahead of the curve? We are seeking a Freelance Programming Coach who not only masters the modern TypeScript stack but also embraces AI-driven development and takes an active role in evolving our educational content. You will be responsible for leading our German-speaking bootcamp and ensuring our curriculum remains industry-leading.

⭐ Your Mission

You will guide a group of motivated learners through an intensive, high-speed journey. Beyond just teaching, you will be a content architect, ensuring that our materials stay up-to-date with the latest tech releases and AI workflows.

⭐ Technical Stack & Curriculum

• AI-Driven Development: Teaching “Coding with AI” (GitHub Copilot, Cursor), Prompt Engineering for developers, and integrating the OpenAI API into fullstack projects.
• TypeScript & Core: Basics, Development Workflows, DOM Manipulation, and Advanced TS.
• Backend Excellence: Express (MVC, Filesystem), SQL, and NestJS (Databases, REST, Auth, Testing, Swagger).
• Frontend & Fullstack: Next.js (App Router, Zustand), Testing, and Fullstack Architecture.
• Infrastructure: CI/CD, Docker & Advanced Docker Deployment, and Principles & Design Patterns.

⭐ Key Responsibilities

1. Instruction & Didactics: Conduct sessions in German, ranging from Course Overviews to deep-dive Coding Assessments.
2. Curriculum Maintenance & Development:
   • Regularly update lesson materials, code examples, and exercises.
   • Develop new modules (e.g., new Next.js features or AI tools) to keep the course “state-of-the-art.”
   • Refine teaching methodologies based on student feedback and industry shifts.
3. Agile Mentoring (Capstone Sprints): Lead the 5-week project phase, facilitating Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, and progress evaluations.
4. AI Integration: Demonstrate and teach how to use AI tools effectively to speed up the development process without sacrificing code quality.

⭐ Requirements

• Professional Experience: Proven track record in Fullstack development (TS, NestJS, Next.js).
• AI Fluency: Expert at Coding with AI; you know how to use LLMs to write better code, debug faster, and teach students to do the same responsibly.
• Curriculum Experience: Experience in creating or maintaining technical educational content.
• Language Proficiency: Native or Near-Native German is mandatory (course language).
• Methodology: Strong experience with agile methods (Scrum/Kanban).

⭐ What We Offer

• Remote Work: Fully flexible freelance setup.
• Creative Freedom: Influence what and how the next generation of devs learns by evolving our curriculum.
• Compensation: Competitive daily rate.
• Network: Join a community of elite tech educators and developers.

Ready to shape the future of tech education?

Send us your portfolio, GitHub profile, and examples of any educational content you've developed, along with your expected daily rate.

• Even if you feel like ticking only 60% of the requirements, we would still like to review your application.

At neuefische, we attach great importance to equal opportunities and respectful cooperation. All applicants should be valued equally - regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. We value diversity and we are committed to integration and diversity.