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    Our client is a fast-growing European tech scale-up, and they are looking for a Director of Engineering to join their Berlin-based team on a hybrid basis.

    The company builds cutting-edge software products used by thousands of businesses and users worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to shape both the technical direction and engineering culture while driving the next phase of growth in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

    Skills & Requirements:

    * Extensive experience in senior engineering leadership roles, ideally within high-growth B2B or B2C tech companies.
    * Strong technical background across backend technologies and cloud infrastructure (e.g., Python, Go, Node.js, GCP) and knowledge of modern frontend frameworks.
    * Proven ability to scale engineering teams and systems while maintaining quality, velocity, and operational excellence.
    * Deep understanding of modern software development practices, microservices architectures, and CI/CD pipelines.
    * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, fluent in German and English (C1/C2).
    * Inspirational leadership style, fostering collaboration, clarity, and impact.

    Role & Responsibilities:

    * Lead multiple engineering teams – Align technology initiatives with business goals and oversee delivery of roadmap objectives.
    * Collaborate with the CTO – Contribute to technical strategy, architecture, and long-term planning.
    * Promote engineering excellence – Ensure best practices across development workflows, code quality, and system performance.
    * Mentor and grow leaders – Support engineering managers and team leads, embedding a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous learning.
    * Partner cross-functionally – Work closely with Product, Design, and other teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time.
    * Drive scaling efforts – Build and support engineers while paying attention to DEIB-focused strategies.
    * Represent engineering – Act as a key technical voice for senior leadership, providing strategic input and ensuring transparency.

    Benefits:

    * Strategic leadership role with full influence over product, process, and people.
    * Hybrid work model with a modern office in central Berlin.
    * Opportunities for ongoing training, mentoring, and leadership development.
    * Competitive perks including employee discounts, gym memberships, team events, stocked kitchen, and mental health support.
    * Collaborative and ambitious culture with a focus on innovation and growth.

    For more information – please apply for this job or send your CV directly, and I will call you back to provide you with more details.

    Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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