Software Engineering Manager

Giesecke+Devrient

full-time

Posted on: 9/3/2025

Location: 🇪🇸 Spain

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About the role

Lead multiple talented teams shaping the future of innovative digital payment solutions
Oversee disciplinary management of engineers across frontend, backend, mobile, and embedded secure elements
Foster collaboration across departments to deliver high-impact results and ensure industry best practices
Mentor teams; champion positive and inclusive company culture and continuous self-improvement
Work with and report to the CTO to drive technological strategy and vision while ensuring business objectives are met
Own the hiring process end-to-end including sourcing and onboarding
Implement and oversee training, mentoring, and professional development initiatives
Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and address personnel issues
Optimize team workflows, processes, and tools to improve productivity, communication, and collaboration
Allocate team members and resources effectively to meet project goals
Proactively identify and resolve interpersonal or workflow conflicts

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent technical experience.
Proven experience (5+ years) as a software engineer; recent hands-on experience is strongly preferred.
5+ years of experience managing or leading engineering teams, with a track record of building and scaling high-performing teams.
Strong technical background; capable of earning respect and credibility with engineering teams through knowledge and experience.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; able to motivate, empower, and inspire team members.
Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive team culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Experience with talent development, conducting performance reviews, and giving effective feedback.
Sound judgment in project and resource management; able to prioritize effectively and deliver results.
Skilled in process improvement and implementing best practices in software development and team operations.
Adept at handling conflict resolution and managing change in a dynamic environment.
Experience collaborating closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred: Experience scaling teams in a fast-growing startup or dynamic environment.
Preferred: Background in Agile methodologies or similar modern software development practices.
Preferred: Experience with recruitment, onboarding, and strategies for employee engagement and retention.