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Please note that the position is only available to applicants from Germany.
The language requirements for this position are: English - Fluent.
Introduction:
Ready to lead the team that is digitizing mobility across Europe? At Peter Park, we are not just building software; we are replacing legacy barriers with cloud-based intelligence and transforming parking lots into mobility hubs. We are looking for an empathetic, strategic, and technically grounded Team Lead Tech to guide our high-performing engineering squads. If you are a leader who thrives on elevating others, obsessing over delivery efficiency, and building a culture of technical excellence, this is your opportunity to shape the future of our engineering organization.
What We Offer:
* Impact: direct influence on a product used by millions of drivers and major facility owners across Europe.
* Growth: A clear management track or expert track career path. We invest in your development as a leader.
* Culture: A team that values "Delight," ownership, and moving fast.
Activities
Your Objectives & Role:
* Build & Empower High-Performing Teams: You are not just a manager; you are a mentor. You will hire, onboard, and develop engineers, fostering a culture of feedback, psychological safety, and continuous growth. You raise the bar for talent within the department.
* Orchestrate Delivery Excellence: You own the "How." You ensure the team ships value consistently by optimizing agile workflows, removing roadblocks, and ensuring smooth operations. You minimize operational noise so your team can focus on deep work.
* Bridge Strategy & Execution: You translate high-level company goals into actionable technical objectives. You work closely with Product Managers to balance feature delivery with technical debt reduction, ensuring we move fast without breaking things.
* Drive Technical Health: While you may not code every day, you possess the technical acumen to challenge architectural decisions, guide RFCs, and ensure the team adheres to SDLC best practices, security standards, and DevOps principles.
* Master Conflict & Problem Solving: You are the escalation point for critical issues. You resolve conflicts promptly, shield the team from distractions, and act as a stabilizing force ("The Lighthouse") during high-pressure moments.
* Cultivate the "Peter Park" Mindset: You instill an entrepreneurial spirit in the team by encouraging ownership, customer-centric thinking, and a drive to understand the "why" behind every line of code.
Requirements
Your Expertise, Skills & Mindset:
* Real Seniority: Not defined by years of experience but by a drive for continuous improvement, direct business impact, and ownership.
* Proven Leadership Experience: 4 years in software engineering, with significant experience leading or managing teams in a fast-paced SaaS or IoT scale-up environment.
* Technical Fluency: You have a strong background in software development (ideally TypeScript,, or Python) and understand cloud architectures (AWS). You can speak the same language as your seniors and help juniors grow.
* Agile Native: You have deep proficiency with project management tools (Linear, Jira) and agile methodologies. You know how to use data to improve team velocity and release frequency.
* People-First Mentality: You possess high emotional intelligence (EQ). You are proactive, empathetic, and capable of motivating a diverse team. You hold yourself and others accountable with kindness and clarity.
* Operational Rigor: You are structured and conscientious. You can manage complex stakeholders and communicate effectively with both engineers and C-level executives.
* Communication: Excellent English communication skills (C1 ) are mandatory. German proficiency is a strong plus.
Technologies We Work With:
We embrace modern, cutting-edge technologies to build robust and scalable solutions.
* Backend: Event-driven microservices in Python and NodeJS (NestJS).
* Frontend: Monorepo powered by Turbo, pnpm, changesets, and Storybook, primarily using
* Frameworks/Libraries: Adoption of TypeScript, NestJS, BullMQ, and Prisma for backends in an opinionated monorepo approach.
* Databases: Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, S3.
* Orchestration & CI/CD: We manage our container orchestration with Kubernetes (EKS), using Keda and Karpenter for dynamic autoscaling. Our CI/CD is powered by GitLab.
* Infrastructure as Code: Terraform for AWS provisioning.
* Serverless: Leveraging AWS Lambda and the Serverless framework for high-throughput endpoints.
Team
Work Setup:
* Hours: 40 hours per week (based on trust).
* Home Office Policy: Enjoy a hybrid model with 3 days in the office / 2 days remote.
* Contract: A permanent contract for long-term stability
* Location: Our modern office in Munich, a vibrant city in the heart of Bavaria.
What are the benefits of working at Peter Park?
We believe in supporting our team with an environment that fosters growth, well-being, and a great work-life balance.
* Your Ideal Setup: MacBook (M4 Pro, 48GB Ram) and a 37-inch curved screen.
* Dynamic Culture: Enjoy a true startup atmosphere with flat hierarchies, agile teams, and a diverse, international group of colleagues.
* Flexibility: Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work from home or our state-of-the-art Munich office with standing desks.
* Competitive Compensation: A strong competitive salary that recognizes your expertise.
* Future Planning: A solid company pension plan.
* Foodie Perks: Daily meal allowance, weekly free team lunch, a well-stocked cereal bar, and complimentary drinks.
* Health & Wellness: Job bike program and access to premium sports and fitness facilities via EGYM Wellpass or Urban Sports Club membership across Germany.
* Continuous Growth: Ample professional development opportunities to sharpen your skills.
* Language Support: German language learning opportunities.
* Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy special discounts on various branded products through Corporate Benefits.
Application Process
Our Recruiting Process:
1. Initial Contact: We'll get back to you within 48 hours.
2. HR Interview: Discuss your experience and expectations with our HR team.
3. Live Assessment: Showcase your skills in a practical technical challenge.
4. Leadership Conversation: A deep dive into the role and expectations with a member of our technical leadership
5. On-Site Meeting: Visit our Munich office, meet more of the team, and experience our culture firsthand
About the Company
Revolutioniere mit uns die Parkraumbewirtschaftung Gestalte die Zukunft mit digitalen Lösungen und einem dynamischen Team.
Wir bieten unseren Kunden digitale Lösungen zur Parkraumbewirtschaftung. Wir ersetzen Schranken, Papiertickets und Parkscheiben durch barrierefreies Parken mit mobilen Bezahlmöglichkeiten. Im engen Austausch mit unserem Kundenstamm und Unternehmenspartnern stellen wir uns der Herausforderung, unsere Lösung ständig zu verbessern und zu erweitern. Als dynamisches Startup legen wir Wert auf Begeisterung, Eigenverantwortung und Feedback-Kultur. Dafür suchen wir engagierte Leute für unser Team
Zusammenhalt & Team
Unser Erfolg wird gesichert durch unser Team - Wir arbeiten füreinander und miteinander, anstatt gegeneinander. Ohne unser Team sind wir nichts. Wir inspirieren und motivieren einander, lernen voneinander und wachsen gemeinsam.
Dabei darf auch Spaß und das Feiern von Erfolgen nicht zu kurz kommen
Can-Do Mentalität
Verpasste Chancen sind schlimmer als Fehlschläge. Wir entwickeln kreative Ideen um jeden Tag mit positiver Energie auf unsere Ziele hinzuarbeiten. Jede Idee ist es wert, gehört zu werden. Dabei behalten wir unsere Ziele immer klar im Blick und vertrauen auf das Können und die Selbstständigkeit unserer Team-Mitglieder.
Integrität & Offene Kommunikation
Als Team begegnen wir uns auf Augenhöhe, das wird vor allem durch offene Kommunikation und authentisches Auftreten gesichert. Du bist du, das ist gut so und das sollst du auch immer sein dürfen - auch auf der Arbeit Ehrliches Feedback und ein Umfeld, in welchem man sich entwickeln kann, sind uns sehr wichtig.