Team Lead - IT Platform & Application Engineering (m/f/x) su Nitrado

Your mission

• You take on the technical and disciplinary leadership of two engineering teams (3 people each) and foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Together with department leadership, you develop the strategic roadmap for our internal platform and application landscape.
• You plan, manage, and take responsibility for technical projects from concept to successful completion while ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• You actively drive the automation of our infrastructure, especially through the use of Infrastructure as Code.
• You support your team in developing and delivering scalable, robust, and user-friendly internal applications.
• You act as the central point of contact for internal stakeholders such as development teams, product management, or security, ensuring smooth information flow between departments.
• You coordinate the handling of technical requests and ensure your team has the right conditions in place to work efficiently.

Your profile

• You have successfully completed a degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification.
• You bring several years of professional experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, or Software Development, and have already gained initial technical or disciplinary leadership experience, for example, as a Team Lead, Tech Lead, or in a similar role.
• Your technological home is Linux systems and container platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, OpenShift). You are confident working with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) and have experience designing CI/CD pipelines.
• You embrace and promote agile ways of working (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and help your team grow with a methodical mindset.
• As a leader, you stand out through excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, and a motivating hands-on mentality.
• A strong customer and service orientation is the foundation of your approach to successful IT work.
• You have business-fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken.

Your benefits

• Gaming at Heart: We provide free Nitrado Game Servers for gamers and a welcoming community for anyone who wants to feel at home, even if you're not a gamer. Discover how Nitrado is more than just gaming - an open community for technology and creativity.
• Flexible working hours: Tailor your work hours to your personal needs for a better work-life balance.
• Remote work: Our agile teams collaborate seamlessly from their preferred location, whether in our modern offices in Karlsruhe or Berlin or fully remote.
• Work from Abroad: Extend your workspace beyond national borders with our support for remote work from abroad, enabling you to work from your favorite international destinations while staying connected with your team.
• Mental Health: We support your mental well-being with our annual Mental Health Day and collaboration with psychologists and lifestyle experts.
• Physical Health: Our office infrastructure provides state-of-the-art workspaces with ergonomic design to enhance your health and productivity, while staying fit on your commute with your JobRad. Additionally, employees receive a generous subsidy for ergonomic home office furniture, ensuring optimal work conditions even when working remotely.
• Professional Development: Utilize training opportunities to develop and stay current with your skills.
• Company Pension Plan: We support your financial security for the future with an attractive contribution.
• Working Environment: You'll experience a respectful and friendly workplace culture, characterized by transparency and a family-like corporate culture.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off: Enjoy 30 days of vacation and additional paid leave for special occasions.
• International Collaboration: As an international company, we successfully overcome time zones and language barriers, providing you an international work atmosphere.
• Social Activities: Strengthen your commitment and team cohesion through team-building events, participating in sports events and social activities.
• Long-Term Stability: With over two decades of experience, we are a reliable employer for our employees.
• Well-being: Enjoy fresh cuisine and diverse catering options to ensure your physical well-being.
• Get together: Work hard, play hard - We come together twice a year for our company celebrations, strengthening our team bonds.
• Modern Workspaces: Our office infrastructure offers state-of-the-art workspaces with ergonomic design for your comfort and health.
• Corporate Culture and Values: You become part of a positive corporate culture that embraces values such as diversity and inclusion.