Lead Software Engineer & Tech Leader — Remote/Hybrid

Your creative field We are looking for a full-time , permanent Lead Software Developer (all genders)based in Germany to start on 01.06.2026 . We live remote-first, but you have the freedom to choose whether you want to work hybrid or completely on-site due to your proximity to one of our locations. You're an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and helping teams build reliable, well-designed systems - someone who understands the big picture but is also happy to jump into the code when needed? We've got you. In this role, you’ll work closely with our development teams and gradually get to know how we build software today – from our development structure to the architecture behind our systems. From there, your focus will be on helping the team tackle complex tasks, think through technical solutions, and design clean, well-defined APIs. You’ll also be part of our Architecture Board, where technical decisions and architectural topics are discussed. A big part of your role will be making sure that the solutions we build follow our architectural principles and remain maintainable in the long run. At the same time, you’ll act as a technical partner for the team. You’ll help colleagues break down complicated topics, support them when they run into tricky problems, and share your experience during code reviews and technical discussions. Mentoring and knowledge sharing are an important part of the role and should be something you actively enjoy. In day-to-day work, you’ll collaborate with different teams to turn new product ideas and requirements into technical solutions. You’llhelp plan and estimate upcoming projects, lead technical refinement discussions, and keep an eye on the overall quality of what we build - from code quality and maintainability to security and performance. You’ll also be someone the team can rely on when things get complicated: helping troubleshoot difficult issues, thinking through improvements to our architecture and identifying opportunities to make our systems better. Finally, you’ll help onboard new developers, evaluate new tools when needed and contribute to creating an environment where good technical decisions and collaboration come naturally. What convinces us Your personality, paired with: Must-haves: At least fiveyearsexperiencein a similar role with leadership experience (Hosting industry is a plus) StrongexperiencewithSQLdatabasesanddesigningREST APIs Solid understanding ofmodern backend and frontend architecturesand experience withframeworks such asNestJS, Spring Boot, Django, React, Angular or Svelte Experienceworkingwithevent-driven systems as well as authentication and authorization concepts Strong focus on code quality, including writing testable code and automated tests Excellentcommunicationskillsin English and German and the ability to explain technical topics to developers and non-technical stakeholders Team-orientedmindset,reliabilityand a strong senseofownership Should-haves: ExperiencemaintainingandimprovingCI/CDpipelines Hands-onexperiencewithDocker andKubernetes Abilitytohandlecomplexsituations,prioritizeeffectivelyandmaintaina strongresultsorientation Interest inimprovingsystemperformance,scalabilityandarchitecture Nice-to-have: Interestinevaluatingandintroducingnewtoolsorframeworks Experienceworkinginscalableorhigh-growthsystemenvironments We know that you may not currently meet all the requirements. But if you come to us with the right amount of commitment and enthusiasm, we can take off together and make a big difference. Awesome Prospects At Contabo, we are constantly evolving. Our growth creates space for new ideas, ownership, and real impact for people who want to make a difference. What defines us is trust, direct communication, and an open feedback culture. We believe the best solutions are built together and that everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and leave their own footprint. Additionally, we offer: Work the way that fits your life – Remote or hybrid with flexible hours for a healthy work-life balance and the same technical equipment at home as in the office Experience real freedom – Workation across the EU and in our summer office in Mallorca Stay active and healthy – Access to EGYM Wellpass and thousands of fitness and wellness facilities Enjoy exclusive perks – Attractive discounts on many products and services through our corporate benefits program Recharge your energy – 30 days of vacation plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve Give back – An extra day off to get involved in social activities through our Volunteer Day Make an impact – Take ownership and bring your ideas to life with real creative freedom Keep growing – Individual professional and personal development opportunities in an innovative tech environment Feel comfortable where you work – Modern, conveniently located offices across our European locations Be part of a diverse team – Work in an international environment shaped by diversity Create lasting memories – Company events and team activities you won’t forget Contabo - High-quality Cloud Hosting Made in Germany! As a leading infrastructure service provider in the field of cloud instances and dedicated servers, we have stood for first-class quality, reliability and favorable prices since our foundation in Munich in 2003. Meanwhile, more than 225,000 customers in over 190 countries trust our services. We specialize in providing German quality to users worldwide, focusing on the stability and security of our data centers, the optimization of internal processes, and excellent customer support. Become a part of our future-oriented company, which plays a significant role in the development of digital cloud hosting, and support us with your ideas and commitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Contabo GmbH