Head of Engineering (f/m/d) - B2B SaaS Learning Platform

• Define and evolve our platforms technical strategy for scale performance and long-term maintainability
  
  
• Lead a small high-performing development team - fostering ownership technical excellence and strong collaboration toward successfully delivery
  
  
• Act as a bridge between management product and engineering align technical vision and execution with company OKRs and business goals
  
  
• Lead customer-facing projects including technical consulting platform demos (pre-sales & implementation) and translating customer needs into scalable solutions
  
  
• Maintain high standards in software architecture engineering quality and foster a high-ownership culture
  
  
• Stay hands-on with a modern tech stack: TypeScript NestJS Angular Tailwind MongoDB Contentful Azure Heroku and more
  
  
• Ensure security compliance and data protection such as GDPR ISO 27001/9001 AZAV TISAX
  
  
• Collaborate with external partnerssuch as contractors and service providers
  
  
• Own documentation knowledge transferby ensuring continuity in tools infrastructure and platform innovation

• Strategic understanding of software architecture and experience designing scalable modern SaaS platforms using state-of-the-art technologies
  
  
• Strong ability to present technical solutions to customers and collaboratively develop them based on real user needs and business goals
  
  
• Excellent communication skillsto convey complex technical concepts clearly to both internal stakeholders and external partners
  
  
• Proven track record as atechnical project manager or tech lead successfully guiding cross-functional development teams
  
  
• A leadership style built on respect and trust- providing clear guidance while empowering your team
  
  
• Hands-on experience with modern web technologieslike TypeScript NestJS Angular Tailwind MongoDB Azure and related tools
  
  
• Fluent in English and German both spoken and written - confident in leading discussions documentation and customer interactions in both languages
  
  
• A university degree in engineering (or a related field) is a plus - but what matters most is your proven record of successful delivered projects - driving results with clarity ownership and a collaborative spirit

• Live Flexibility: Design your workday to fit your life - with flexible hours the option to work remotely or from the office. Except on Wednesdays - our dedicated office day for cross-team connection and collaboration.

• Bring Ideas to Life: Youll have the freedom to turn your ideas into reality. Supported by experienced colleagues and modern tools youll grow in a creative dynamic environment.

• Experience True Team Spirit: We work at eye level with mutual respect and real connection. Regular team events strengthen our collaboration - and are fun too!

• Shape a Sustainable Future: Sustainability isnt a buzzword for us - its our way of working. From gender parity in leadership to purpose-driven products were committed to real impact.

• Tap Into a Strong Network: Our experienced founding team dedicated colleagues and wide network of experts enable us to collaborate with top-tier clients and partners - professionally agile and innovative.

• Stay Curious and Bold: Take advantage of learning journeys and development opportunities. Our empowering leadership style encourages everyone to grow their skills and try new things.

Do you want to help shape the future of work with us At XU Group GmbH (founded in 2016) we harness the power of education to support companies on their transformation journey. Our concept of Education-as-a-Service (EaaS) combines didactic expertise with the invaluable industry knowledge of our partners. We believe that knowledge is the key to successful transformation. Thats why we equip companies with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. Our mission To create a livable future for everyone.

If you want to be part of an agile team working with passion and vision on the future of education and corporate development then youve come to the right place! Join us on our mission.