Software Engineering Manager (m/f/d)

About AUGENTIC

AUGENTIC GmbH, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is a globally operating company specializing in digital identities and related identity management solutions. Our projects span from component supply to turnkey solution projects. Leveraging AUGENTIC’s competencies and talents, our worldwide government customers have a responsible, trustworthy, and competent partner for the secure handling of their citizens' identities.

Founded by renowned industry experts, AUGENTIC GmbH combines innovative power with extensive expertise, enabling customers to benefit from tailor-made solutions of exceptional and lasting quality. Our talents are a key asset, and we invest significantly in individual development plans. If you are interested in shaping the future and making the world a safer place with us, you can expect exciting, varied tasks with the opportunity to actively contribute to the company's further development.

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Software Engineering Manager (m/f/d)

We are currently looking for a Software Engineering Manager (m/f/d) for our headquarters in Munich.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and technically grounded Engineering Manager to lead our development efforts for the AUGENTIC software platform "Qomitto". You will balance strategic leadership with technical oversight, ensuring our team of 20 developers operates at peak efficiency. This role requires a "hands-on" leader who spends 70% of their time on team, development, testing, and release management, and 30% on code development and technical troubleshooting. This position is based in Munich, with frequent coordination with international teams.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End SDLC & Process Excellence

• SDLC Ownership: Design and optimize the full software development life cycle, from initial planning and analysis through to production deployment and maintenance.
• Testing Rigor: Establish high standards for software quality by mandating a comprehensive testing suite, including JUnit, integration tests, load testing, and automation.
• Environment Management: Oversee seamless transitions across Dev, Stage, and Production environments, ensuring platform stability at every stage.

Agile Leadership (ScrumBan)

• Workflow Management: Drive the ScrumBan model, blending the structure of Scrum with the flexibility of Kanban to optimize team throughput.
• Rituals & Delivery: Lead daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, and sprint planning. Take full ownership of sprint goals, managing deadlines, and ensuring predictable delivery cycles.
• Resource Allocation: Effectively distribute tasks across the team to maximize productivity without compromising quality.

Release Management & Quality Assurance

• Release Integrity: Coordinate with Software Architects and Product Owners to manage release cycles. Produce detailed Release Notes and ensure every deployment meets our rigorous quality gates.
• Incident Prevention: Enforce a strict policy against direct production hotfixes; advocate for proper root-cause analysis and promotion through the standard pipeline.
• Quality Metrics: Implement and monitor KPIs to assess team performance and software health, proactively identifying bottlenecks before they impact the roadmap.
• Documentation: Document every step of SDLC with the team and ensure Confluence is up to date with latest changes.

Technical Supervision

• Hands-on Engagement: Maintain technical proficiency by getting "into the code" when required to solve complex blockers or provide architectural guidance.
• Code & Test Oversight: Dedicate 30% of your bandwidth to develop code and supervise the testing strategy to ensure the software platform remains scalable and secure.
• Liaison: Act as the primary bridge between the technical team and senior management, translating complex technical requirements into clear business objectives for Product Owners and Stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years as Engineering Manager.
• Strong mastery of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban (ScrumBan).
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes and understanding of BPMN.
• Exceptional organizational skills to ensure a "quality-first" with "efficient-delivery" mindset.
• Experience in platform / product development, specifically within Identity or Cybersecurity, is highly preferred.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to inspire and motivate a large, diverse team.
• Certification in Java, Kubernetes, Scrum would be a plus.

Benefits

• A responsible position with room for creativity and development.
• An international working environment characterized by team spirit and mutual appreciation.
• An extraordinary and exciting product portfolio.
• Continuous learning and access to industry-leading tools and technologies.
• Flat hierarchies.
• Flexible working hours.
• Modern office environment.
• Company health insurance.

Start of Employment

As soon as possible.

For any questions about the job offering, please do not hesitate to contact our HR-Department.