Head of Software Engineering

Head of Software Engineering (m/f/x) (%)Threema is the world's best-selling secure messenger for both private users and businesses. Since 2012, we have been working tirelessly to ensure that our users can communicate freely without worrying about their privacy. Our growing user base includes millions of private customers and thousands of businesses and organisations from all over the world.Due to our strong growth, we are looking for aHead of Software Engineering (m/f/x) (%)Your TasksAs Head of Software Engineering at Threema, you will be responsible for product engineering. This includes both technical responsibility and team leadership:Leadership of the Software Engineering department with 20+ developers across six teamsLeading cross-team projectsResponsibility for the technical roadmapClose collaboration with the CTO and Head of Product as part of the product processPromoting an agile and innovative development cultureCoaching and mentoringHiring new talentWith your expertise and extensive experience, you will contribute new ideas to the engineering team and accompany us on our journey from a small to a medium-sized company.Your SkillsA degree in computer science or comparable educationMinimum of five years of experience leading technical teams in software developmentMinimum of ten years of experience in software development and architectureAbility to identify the right people for the team during the hiring processStrong communication and teamwork skillsAnalytical and strategic thinkingAbility to find the right balance between high quality and pragmatism, depending on the contextPositive mindset and the ability to inspire a team to work toward a shared goal and roadmapGood written and spoken German and EnglishWhat We OfferA young and motivated team with flat hierarchies and straightforward communicationOpportunity to work on many different projects and improve and define processesWork-life balance: flexible working hours and the option to work from home two days a weekOption to work from anywhere for two weeks per yearOpportunity to take unpaid leaveYou can choose your own hardware (macOS or Linux)Public transport discount or access to free parkingA fitness room and a table tennis tableInternal German or English coursesA great coffee machine :-)Regular events and drinks receptionsThe good feeling of contributing to the effective protection of the privacy of millions of peoplePlace of work: Pfäffikon SZ (Greater Zurich Area) / hybridStart date: Immediately or by agreementHave we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application documents jid52be13ea jit0309a jiy26a