Engineering Lead (m/f/d)

About us 

ATOSS Software SE is one of Germany’s most successful tech growth stories. As the market leader in Workforce Management Software, we help companies work more intelligently, creatively, and humanely optimizing the balance between profitability and people. 

We’re a rare company: according to Handelsblatt (10/24), just 309 public companies worldwide achieved over 20% return on sales for ten consecutive years. Only one based in Germany: ATOSS Software SE. 

With 20 years of record-breaking growth, over €2 billion market cap, and listings in SDAX and TecDAX, we’re scaling globally and we’re growing. 

If you’re ready to drive impact in a high-performing B2B SaaS environment, this is your chance to elevate your career.

The Person You are  

At ATOSS, we hire for both character and skill, seeking individuals who embody resilience, a pioneering spirit, and the passion to grow.  

We value those who:  
Think like entrepreneurs – taking ownership, pushing boundaries, and driving impact.  
Challenge the status quo – bringing fresh ideas and bold execution to the table.  
Thrive in change – seeing growth as a lifelong journey, both professionally and personally. 

The Role 

We are looking for a passionate Engineering Lead to join our team in Munich. In this role, you will lead the teams responsible for developing our core engineering frameworks and our analytics and reporting capabilities. Working closely with experienced teams, you will shape our technological future and drive the modernization of our innovative cloud-based applications. You will lead international agile teams across Germany and Romania.

If you are curious, proactive, hands-on, and motivated to go the extra mile, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities 

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10+ Software Engineers across multiple locations
• Foster and continuously strengthen a high-performance culture built on psychological safety, constructive feedback, and continuous learning
• Actively support the career development of team members along the ATOSS Expert and Leadership tracks
• Identify and attract new talent in close collaboration with Recruiting

Technology Strategy, Standards & Engineering Excellence

• Define the technological vision for the Framework and Technology domain and align it with the company and product strategy
• Drive the modernization of the technology stack, for example by replacing model-driven code generation based on Xtext and Xtend
• Drive the technical direction of the Analytics and Reporting domain for data insights, dashboards, and reporting capabilities embedded in the ASES product suite
• Evaluate new technologies, make sound technical decisions, and take ownership of their implementation
• Define and enforce technical standards, patterns, and best practices
• Develop the technology roadmap in close collaboration with your manager, the CPTO, the architecture team, and Product Management
• Drive the architecture and further development of the central technical frameworks of the ATOSS product

Key Requirements 

• Degree in Computer Science or a comparable qualification
• 7+ years of professional experience in Software Engineering
• Proven track record in software development in cloud-native application environments
• Solid experience in leading engineering teams
• Strong expertise in Java.
• Strong expertise in Microservice Architecture
• In-depth knowledge of frameworks and cloud technologies like IAM, Service Discovery, Kubernetes, Spring Boot, Kafka
• Hands-on mindset with the ability and willingness to dive into technical details and code when needed.
• Ability to use AI tools such as Claude efficiently and responsibly
• Knowledge of security-related topics; familiarity with NIS and CRA is a plus
• Knowledge of model-driven development, especially Xtext and Xtend, is a plus
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to teach, mentor, and coach team members with different levels of experience
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess team performance and drive continuous improvement
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. German language skills are a strong plus.

Our Benefits   

• Competitive Rewards: Including profit-sharing and employee stock program.  
• Structured Onboarding & Continuous Leadership Development: Clear career paths onboarding through Expert & Leadership Tracks, plus access to ATOSS Academy.  
• Flexible Work Culture: Hybrid options (remote within the EU) and 30 days of vacation.
• Engaging Team Environment: Seasonal company events, team retreats, and an in-house barista in Munich.  
• Health & Wellbeing: Including regular check-ups, corporate wellness programs, and Wellhub membership.  
• Stability & Growth: Company listed on SDAX & TecDAX, with 19+ years of record-breaking revenue and a 30%+ EBIT margin. Certified Top Employer© for the 7th year in a row.  

At Atoss, great talent knows no limits. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds and empower their growth through an inclusive, skill focused environment. 

Join us and be part of a high-growth, future-focused company!