CareerPlan

Senior Director Software Engineering (f/m/d)

BerlinFull-time2026-09-23 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead a 20-person software engineering organization, drive cross-functional delivery, and own the long-term software architecture for high-performance audio products.

Role type

Senior Director Software Engineering (Leadership)

Builds

Embedded and distributed Linux systems, audio DSP, 3D/GPU, C++, Rust, web-based front-end applications, Kubernetes cluster, and cloud infrastructure

Domain

Pro Audio and Music Technology

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Engineering Leadership, Deep-Tech Literacy, Track Record of Ownership, Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management, Pragmatic Decision-Making, AI-Driven Development Strategy, Audio Software and Hardware Products

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

C++, Rust, Linux, Kubernetes, NATS, gRPC, JUCE, CI/CD

Responsibilities

Own and drive the strategic vision for the technical backbone of the product ecosystem; Take full accountability for software delivery timeliness, quality, and reliability; Attract, grow, and retain strong engineering talent; Drive seamless collaboration between Software, Research, Customer Success, Product Management, and external technical partners; Align software priorities and architecture directly with strategic and commercial objectives; Partner with Engineering Managers and Tech Leads; Define and execute the AI strategy for software development; Ensure high standards of quality, reliability, maintainability, and scalability; Drive the technology security strategy.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC