CTPO Responsibilities
* Define and execute a clear, data‑driven product and technology strategy aligned with our business goals
* Lead and inspire a cross‑functional organisation of 40+ people across Engineering, Product Management, Design, Data & AI
* Drive user growth and daily engagement in all neighbourhoods across Germany
* Build new monetisable products and scale existing ones, from local advertising to marketplace services
* Foster platform excellence: seamless mobile‑first UX, reliable infrastructure, and modern architecture
* Embed AI‑first thinking into every part of the organisation, ensuring all employees are successful in their daily work by making AI a habit
* Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous, high‑quality delivery
* Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, from Board and investors to internal teams and strategic partners
Your Profile
* Proven success scaling consumer platforms, social/community products, or marketplaces with millions of active users
* Deep expertise in mobile‑first UX and understanding of local network dynamics
* Strong technical background in software architecture, data platforms, and AI applications
* Track record of leading Product Discovery and Delivery under one vision
* Inspirational leadership style that empowers cross‑functional teams and attracts top talent
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate strategy into clear roadmaps and measurable outcomes
* Experience guiding organisations through growth, innovation, and evolution
* A true AI evangelist, passionate about making AI adoption part of the company DNA
* Deep expertise in advertising technology stacks
* Proven track record in systems reliability, safety, privacy, and compliance (including GDPR automation and data residency)
* Experience in advanced data engineering, search & recommendation systems, and content moderation at scale
How We’ll Measure Your Success
* Growth in active users and community engagement
* Revenue growth from platform monetisation
* Balance rapid iteration with reliable, high‑quality outcomes
* Ability to set clear priorities and deliver predictably, scalability, security, stability and innovation velocity of our technology
* Build engaged, motivated teams that thrive and grow with the company
What We Offer
* A hybrid work model combining office and remote days
* A purpose‑driven job – we’re building a great product that delivers real value to communities
* Working in a cheerful, experienced team that shares knowledge and learns from each other
* Insight into the full work process of our social startup as well as the nebenan.de foundation
* Your nebenan.de SpenditCard – each month you receive an additional €35 to spend on whatever you choose
* 30 days of annual vacation, plus the option of workation models and sabbaticals
* A strengths‑based development culture (we work with the Gallup StrengthsFinder)
* An office in Berlin‑Kreuzberg and regular events such as yoga or “Lunch & Learn” sessions
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