Head of Development (C#.NET) - Dresden - €105,000 (m/f/d)
Head of Development (C#.NET) - Dresden - €105,000 (m/f/d)
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Optimus Search has partnered with a pioneering health-tech company that is transforming healthcare through advanced digital solutions. With over 30 years of industry experience, the company has established itself as a trusted leader in medical software and data analytics, impacting millions of lives globally. As they continue to develop innovative platforms that enhance patient care and streamline clinical workflows, they are now seeking an experienced Head of Development – C#.NET to lead their software teams in building transformative healthcare solutions.
This role is based in Dresden, one of Germany’s most vibrant tech hubs.
Responsibilities as Head of Development:
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing software team in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
* Define and deliver the technical vision for cutting-edge healthcare applications, ensuring top standards in security, reliability, and scalability.
* Oversee the entire software development lifecycle – from concept and architecture through to deployment and continuous optimisation.
* Promote and enforce best practices in coding, testing, and documentation, with adherence to healthcare regulations and standards.
* Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies, using the latest in C#.NET and cloud-based architectures to improve development efficiency and patient impact.
Requirements for the Head of Development position:
* A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (a Master’s degree is preferred).
* Extensive experience in a senior software development role with a strong track record of leading and scaling development teams.
* Deep expertise in C#.NET, including ASP.NET and .NET Core, especially in the development of secure, high-performance healthcare applications.
* Outstanding leadership and communication skills, able to collaborate with both clinical and technical stakeholders.
* Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and a commitment to continuous process improvement.
* A genuine passion for healthcare innovation and a desire to make a real impact on patient well-being.
* Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses.
* Flexible working hours and remote work options.
* A chance to work on groundbreaking healthcare projects with meaningful real-world impact.
* Relocation support, including visa sponsorship and housing assistance.
* Access to on-site wellness facilities – including a fitness centre, meditation rooms, and healthy meals.
* Annual retreats and team-building events that foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering, Information Technology, and Management
* Industries
IT System Custom Software Development
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