Engineering Lead 80-100

Do you want to build the core platform that enables early-stage building design to be optimized through simulation and AI

At vyzn an ETH spin-off were building a data- and AI-driven SaaS platform that shapes the future of construction just a few clicks developers planners and architects receive precise insights on emissions energy comfort and costs - based on automatically refined 3D building models - along with AI-powered recommendations to support well-informed decisions.

As a Engineering Lead (80100%) youll take ownership of the technical foundation of our platform and lead a small high-caliber engineering team (36 people) with the opportunity to expand and shape the team as we grow. Youll be deeply hands-on in the codebase while shaping architecture scaling systems and helping steer how our product evolves. You enjoy balancing speed pragmatism and engineering quality. This role includes significant technical ownership and long-term upside through our ESOP program.

Tasks

• Lead the technical development of our SaaS platform - from concept to deployment. Our stack is a modern Angular frontend paired with a scalable Nx-powered NestJS microservices backend running on TypeScript end-to-end with MySQL Redis/BullMQ for async workloads and fully containerized via Docker.
• Shape and evolve the software architecture to ensure scalability performance and maintainability as we grow the company and enter new markets.
• Build and inspire a world-class engineering culture. Mentor the development team (36 developers) fostering clean code knowledge sharing and best practices
• Collaborate closely with product and design to translate user needs into technical solutions
• Coordinate technical priorities with the CTO and founders
• Oversee code reviews testing and deployment pipelines

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in software development ideally in SaaS data or AI-driven platforms
• Strong skills in TypeScript/Angular and cloud-based architectures (Azure or AWS)
• Proven experience in leading small engineering teams or mentoring developers
• A structured pragmatic mindset you know when to build fast and when to build for the long term
• Excellent communication skills in English; German is a plus
• Based in Europe (hybrid or remote with occasional workshops)

Bonus

• Interest in architecture BIM and sustainability in the built environment
• Several members of our tech team are based in Egypt. Experience collaborating with teams across the MENA region or familiarity with the culture is a plus

Benefits

• Flexibility: Hybrid and remote work options to fit your lifestyle.
• Growth: Work on ambitious technical challenges that accelerate your professional and personal growth as we roll-out our platform in new markets.
• A-Player Team: Work alongside researchers founders and industry experts.
• Impact: Redefine how buildings are planned and optimized enabling a more sustainable affordable and livable future
• Builder Culture: High autonomy low bureaucracy fast decisions.
• Innovation at the Intersection of AI and Construction: Be part of groundbreaking platform innovation that combines cutting-edge technology with sustainable building solutions.
• Long-Term Potential: Join a dynamic growing startup with flat hierarchies high ownership and the opportunity for long-term collaboration including participation in our ESOP program.

If you want to build technology that fundamentally changes how buildings are designed wed love to hear from you!