Keywords
Software Architecture, Cloud-Native Technologies, Kubernetes, Microservices, CI/CD, Cloud Platforms, React, Angular, Node.js, Java, Python, Autonomous Driving, AD/ADAS, Robotics, Computer Vision, Simulations, Safety Systems, Technical Leadership, Architectural Design, Technical Strategy, Team Mentoring, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Steering, Innovation, Industry Thought Leadership, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Influence, Proactive Attitude, Self-Driven, Passion for Technology, Team Education, Autonomous driving, Artificial intelligence, Simulation Environments, Scenarios
The role
We’re seeking a visionary Principal Software Engineer (all genders) to architect and drive the development of our flagship cloud-native AI product. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the product’s technical direction, influencing engineering teams, and collaborating with stakeholders across the organization, including steering groups within our parent company.
This is a functional leadership role for someone who thrives on ownership, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration. The position reports to the Head of Engineering.
Your tasks
* Architectural Leadership: Design and evolve the software architecture of our cloud-native web platform, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
* Technical Strategy: Identify and integrate emerging technologies and industry trends into our product roadmap.
* Team Influence: Lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of excellence, autonomy, and continuous learning.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate customer needs into technical solutions.
* Customer Engagement: Interface with customers to understand their requirements and feedback, translating insights into actionable engineering tasks.
* Strategic Steering: Represent the engineering team in steering groups with our parent company, contributing to high-level product and technology decisions.
* Innovation Driver: Proactively identify opportunities for innovation and improvement across the product lifecycle.
* Industry Thought Leadership: Stay informed about technical trends in AD/ADAS and AI and analyze their implications for our product.
What will you need to be successful?
* Proven experience in software architecture and technical leadership of large engineering teams.
* Deep expertise in cloud-native technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, microservices, CI/CD, cloud platforms).
* Strong background in frontend and backend web development (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js, Java, Python).
* Solid understanding of the automotive domain, especially autonomous driving, robotics, and computer vision.
* Knowledge of autonomous driving scenarios, simulations, and safety is a plus.
What we offer
* A company where you can make a difference.
* A crucial role in a young, dynamic, and fast-growing environment that fosters trust, respect, and personal growth.
* Being part of a German high-tech success story in AD/ADAS and AI/ML.
* Competitive salary package, flexible working hours, hybrid working model.
* EGYM Wellpass.
* Deutschland-Ticket, Jobticket.
* BusinessBike.
* Up to 30 days of workation around the world.
Overview of our tech stack
Kubernetes, Microservices, CI/CD, Cloud Platforms, React, Angular, Node.js, Java, Python, Computer Vision
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