Manager Software Engineering

Short FactsJoin us on our journey: To drive the smart and sustainable energy future, we are looking for a Manager Software Engineering (d/f/m) to oversee strategic tech initiatives from development through to successful execution. Location: Munich, GermanyEmployment Type: Full-Time, indefinite termSalary Range: € 115.000 - 135.000 per year gross depending on the seniority levelOffice-first work setupLanguage Requirement: C1 Level EnglishYour ResponsibilitiesSet the technical vision and strategy for your team and oversee strategic initiatives from development through to successful executionCoach and guide the professional and technical development of your team members.Establish a culture of engineering excellenceAssist and communicate with executives and leads in decision-making, program management and initiative implementationReview, design, and execute on improvements to organizational structure, find knowledge and skill gaps and actively help address themImprove and create processes and coordinate organizational procedures for optimized effectiveness, excellence and speed of deliveryOversee daily operations through collaboration with senior management and department leaders across EntrixServe as a subject matter expert, handling inquiries and developing action plans to address them and assisting with the preparation and dissemination of communicationsWork closely with recruiters and the leadership team to attract and hire high potential candidatesYour ProfileMandatory RequirementsBachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related tech field5+ years working experience in software development and 2+ years of leadership experience, ideally in backend development and cloud platformsExtensive experience in leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing engineering teamsProven ability to contribute to technical planning and design discussionsStrong proficiency in backend development: Python, cloud (e.g. AWS), virtualization and containerization (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes), IaC (e.g. CDK, Pulumi), workflow orchestration (e.g. Prefect, AWS step functions), Observability (e.g. Loki, Prometheus, Tempo, Grafana)Experience in strategic technical cross team coordination and leadershipAbility to identify and track complex dependencies across multiple internal and external teamsSkills to Set You ApartEnergy Trading ExperienceThis role may not be a fit for you if…You haven’t worked in a start-up environmentAt Entrix, we are committed to diversity - of backgrounds and experiences. You don’t need 100% of the preferred qualifications to add incredible value to our team. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.Your BenefitsCompetitive Compensation Package: Including salary, benefits and optionsProfessional Development: Annual development budget of 3,000 € for coachings, trainings, books, etc.Health & Sport Subsidy: Company subsidised sports facilities membershipPublic Transportation Subsidy: Monthly subsidy to your public transport ticketLunch/Dinner Allowance Vouchers: Allowance for meals on working days as digital meal vouchersWork Equipment: Mac Book or Windows Laptop and ergonomic workplaceRegular Team Events: Knowledge Sessions, Afterwork, Sports, Offsites, Halloween, Pride Month, etc.A Short Note from Your Future LeadDr. Christian BucklHead of Software - Entrix & FlexaHi thereI'm Christian Buckl, Head of Software at Entrix & Flexa. My professional journey has been deeply rooted in the intersection of technology and industry spanning areas such as autonomous driving and cloud-based systems that serve millions of users. Over the years, I've had the privilege of contributing to various innovative projects and leading teams dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our field.At Lyft (2018–2024), I initially built the in-car middleware system for autonomous driving. Later, my team and I developed the in-house mapping stack—including the routing engine and estimated-time-of-arrival (ETA) system—powering millions of rides.At Apple (2016–2018), I led a team in the Special Projects Group focused on autonomous systems.At Siemens (2015–2016), I spearheaded software development for a startup within Siemens, creating a hardware/software platform for autonomous electric vehicles.Before that, I was a founding member of fortiss, a non-profit research organization in Munich.At Entrix & Flexa, we believe that our success is built on the strength of our team. We foster a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Having spent over eight years working for Silicon Valley companies, I bring that experience to help shape our innovative culture.If you're passionate about pioneering technological solutions and eager to be part of a dynamic and international team, I encourage you to explore the opportunities we offer. Together, we can drive innovation and achieve remarkable milestones.Thank you for considering a future with us. I look forward to the possibility of working together to shape the future of technology,ChristianYour Contact in our People TeamYour contact person is Ekaterina Davydova (ekaterina.davydova@entrixenergy.com)We are looking forward to receiving your applicationAbout usWe are an energy trader and market leader for trading flexible energy systems in Europe.Beyond AI-powered trading, Entrix provides innovative solutions for long-term revenue security and grid-supportive battery operation. With our full-service package, we support customers throughout every project phase – from technical design and integration, to continuous optimization, all the way to 24/7 operational support. That includes adapting to changing market conditions and unlocking new revenue opportunities.With more than 2.3 GW and 38 battery storage assets under contract, Entrix is active in Germany, Poland, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, with offices in Munich, Warsaw, Milan, and Madrid. Since 2022, Entrix has been pioneering battery optimization in Germany by managing one of the country’s first large-scale storage projects – and is now the trusted partner of leading infrastructure players such as Encavis, MEAG (Munich Re), as well as a wide range of local utilities.