Direct message the job poster from Xcede GroupAssociate Director // The Tech Recruiting Matchmaker at Xcede GroupWe are a FinTech company based in Hamburg, redefining working capital finance. Our flagship product enables companies to extend their payment terms without burdening their suppliers. By combining payments, financing, and liquidity optimisation, we offer a modern B2B solution trusted by leading European corporates.We believe in clear ownership, pragmatic solutions, and enabling our team to do their best work. If you're ready to lead, build, and shape the future of enterprise finance, we’d love to hear from you.We’re looking for an experienced Software Engineering Team Lead to join a fast-growing FinTech company in Hamburg. If you’re a passionate leader with a background in Java development, who thrives in a collaborative, product-focused environment, this is a unique opportunity to drive real impact in financial technology.As a key part of the engineering leadership team, you’ll be responsible for guiding a talented team of backend developers, shaping software architecture, and ensuring scalable, secure systems are delivered in line with our product goals. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across product, infrastructure, and compliance to deliver software that powers a unique working capital solution used by major corporations across Europe.This role is based in Hamburg with a hybrid setup: 2–3 days per week in our modern central office, the rest remote.What you’ll do:Lead and mentor a team of Java backend engineers, supporting their growth and fostering a high-performance cultureDrive delivery of critical platform features in close collaboration with product and business teamsSet engineering standards and guide architectural decisions for scalable, secure systemsRemain hands-on as needed: contribute to code, review PRs, and support architecture discussionsEnsure clean, well-documented codebases and support the adoption of DevOps best practicesHelp scale our engineering function as the business growsWhat we’re looking for:Strong background in backend development, ideally with Java and Spring BootPrevious experience leading engineering teams (people leadership, mentoring, technical guidance)Understanding of cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS), containerisation, CI/CD, and modern DevOps principlesAbility to translate business needs into clear technical solutionsFluent in English (German is a plus)Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skillsWhat we offer:The opportunity to join a profitable, purpose-driven FinTech with a highly stable and growing platformA leadership role with real ownership and influence over architecture, hiring, and processHybrid work flexibility: 2–3 days/week in our Hamburg HQ, with remote options the rest of the timeA collaborative, low-ego culture that values clean code, product thinking, and open dialogueCompetitive salary, 30 vacation days, mobility allowance, and excellent coffeeA flat-hierarchy team where your voice matters and your work makes a visible impactSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionInformation Technology, Finance, and EngineeringIndustriesFinancial Services, Software Development, and Information ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Xcede Group by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Software Engineering Manager” roles.Software Engineering Manager - Sustaining EngineeringSoftware Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - MultipassEngineering Manager (m/w/d) Webshop FrontendSoftware Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - MultipassSoftware Engineering Manager - Cross-platform C++ - MultipassTechnical Manager - Automotive and IndustrialSenior Consultant / Manager Digital Engineering & R&D (m/w/d)Software Engineering Manager - Ubuntu Linux KernelSoftware Engineering Manager - Container and Virtualisation InfrastructureSoftware Engineering Manager - Desktop and Embedded Linux OptimisationSoftware Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu for Next-Gen SiliconWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr