Lead Software Engineer

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We’re partnering with a fast‑growing international technology company creating immersive XR, VR, and enterprise training solutions. They are looking for a hands‑on Lead Programmer to guide development teams and shape the technical foundation of their products.

This role combines strong technical expertise with leadership responsibility. You’ll drive architectural decisions, mentor developers, and ensure high‑quality, scalable code across multiple projects. You’ll work closely with Product, Art, QA, and Production to align technical execution with creative and business goals, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

What’s on offer

• Up to €70k depending on experience
• A senior role in an innovative, internationally scaling technology company
• High levels of ownership and influence over technical strategy and delivery
• Flat hierarchies and fast, collaborative decision‑making
• Flexible working hours and hybrid options
• A motivated, creative team and a culture focused on openness and progress

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across development teams and projects
• Design and maintain scalable, robust software architectures for real‑time XR/VR applications
• Review code, define coding standards, and ensure best practices across teams
• Contribute hands‑on coding as required
• Mentor and support programmers, fostering growth and knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with Product Management, Art, QA, and Production to align technical solutions with project goals
• Identify technical risks early and propose effective mitigation strategies
• Support planning, estimation, and technical decision‑making processes
• Drive continuous improvement of tools, workflows, and development pipelines

About you

• 5+ years professional programming experience, including senior or leadership roles
• Strong expertise in C++ and/or C#
• Solid experience with real‑time engines such as Unreal Engine or similar technologies
• Strong understanding of software architecture, performance optimization, and scalability
• Experience leading, mentoring, or coordinating development teams
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Very good English;
  German is a plus

Nice to have

• Experience with XR, VR, AR, or simulation‑based applications
• Familiarity with multiplayer, networking, or systems programming
• Experience with Dev Ops, CI/CD pipelines, or build automation
• Track record of mentoring junior developers or building high‑performing teams

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology and Engineering

Software Development and Information Services

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