Head of Engineering

JOB PURPOSE The Experience Engineering team in Germany combines technology and experience design to create emotive, conversion-focused ideas, products, and campaigns. In this leadership role you will guide the strategic direction and growth of our engineering teams. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Leadership of Leaders: Lead, coach, and mentor Team Leads and Senior Engineers, owning their career paths and empowering sub‑teams. AI Change Management: Define the roadmap for integrating AI into the engineering lifecycle (e.g., GitHub Copilot, agentic workflows) and transform workflows for efficiency. Operational Excellence: Own department performance, resource planning, budget monitoring, and utilization to ensure profitability and scalability. Strategic Partnering: Collaborate with Directors and VPs to sharpen DEPT®’s technological vision in the DACH region and serve as a high‑level technical sparring partner for key accounts. Cultural Stewardship: Foster an inclusive, motivating, high‑performance culture and establish modern rituals that promote knowledge sharing and innovation. WHAT YOU BRING: Proven People Manager: Experience leading teams in a “manager‑of‑managers” structure or larger engineering departments. Change Agent: Passionate about AI in the software lifecycle with a clear vision for evolving modern engineering organizations. Frontend Background: Deep technical history in frontend development, enabling validation of architectural decisions and mentoring on eye‑level. Business Acumen: Understanding of economic drivers in an agency or consultancy, translating KPIs into actionable success. Communication: Confident communicator in German and English, able to present complex technical topics to stakeholders and clients. WE OFFER: Flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location). 25 days holiday with the possibility of unpaid leave. Flexible health budget and wellness personal day. Occasional breakfast lunch at the office, Smoothie Tuesday. Health contribution through the OpenUp platform. Workplace options in Zurich (spacious, barrier‑free) and Bern (fully equipped office). Social events and organised activities. A reputation for doing good – Certified B Corp® since 2021. Opportunity to work with notable clients across industries. Training, development and certifications to grow your skills. Global annual DEPT® Cares Month, supporting local charities. DIVERSITY, EQUITY INCLUSION We take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and underrepresented groups tend not to apply when they think they may not meet every requirement; we believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr