Tech Lead / Lead Developer (m/w/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Remote, Köln, Berlin

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Deine Aufgaben
As a Tech Lead, you will play a crucial role in leading the daily technical operations of one of our product squads, consisting of 3-5 developers. You’ll guide the team in building and scaling our product while ensuring the highest technical standards. You will be the key point of contact for your development team, collaborating closely with the product manager and product designer to ensure we are delivering high-quality, scalable solutions. If you’re passionate about technical leadership and want to help Planted grow, you’re in the right place.

  • Lead the technical execution of your squad’s day-to-day tasks and ensure smooth delivery of features.
  • Act as a mentor and coach for your team of 3-5 developers, helping them grow their technical skills and stay motivated.
  • Guide the team through technical challenges and provide hands-on assistance when needed.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers and designers to break down user stories and ensure the technical feasibility of features.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure that the team is following best practices and maintaining high code quality.
  • Ensure technical decisions align with product goals while keeping scalability and maintainability in mind.
  • Actively participate in hands-on development, contributing to the codebase alongside your team.
  • Continuously optimize development workflows and processes to improve efficiency and support our growth.
Dein Profil
  • Proven experience in guiding and mentoring a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
  • Strong experience with modern software development practices, including Agile methodologies and CI/CD.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-based architectures and scalable systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to guide a team through complex technical challenges.
  • You communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Fluent in German (native level) and English (B2/C1 level).
  • Passion for environmental protection and sustainability is a plus.
Unsere Benefits
  • A dynamic team: You’ll work with a motivated and engaged team that is committed to preserving forests and fighting climate change.
  • Diverse tasks: An exciting and varied set of tasks awaits you, with plenty of room for your own ideas and initiatives.
  • Flexible working hours: We offer flexible working hours and the option for remote work.
  • Career development: We support your professional and personal development with training and learning opportunities.
  • Part of a fast-growing impact company: Be part of a company that is making a positive difference in the world.
  • Remote work: Enjoy remote/home-office options and "workation" opportunities.
Do you want to make a sustainable change in the world? Then spread some Wood Vibes with us!
Send us your CV, cover letter, and any relevant references. Alternatively, feel free to send us a strong one-pager on why you’re the perfect fit for this position.
At Planted, we celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities for everyone! Dive into an inclusive workplace that champions equal opportunities for all.
Über uns
Mit Planted unterstützen wir Unternehmen ganzheitlich auf ihrem Weg zu Net Zero. Mithilfe unserer Softwarelösung können die Unternehmen ihre CO₂-Emissionen berechnen, reduzieren, ihren ESG-Bericht aufsetzen und unvermeidbare Emissionen kompensieren. Darüber hinaus können die Unternehmen mit unserem internen Klimaförster Jan ihren eigenen Firmenwald in Deutschland pflanzen oder lokal Wald schützen. Mehr auf unserer Website!
Your mission
As a Tech Lead, you will play a crucial role in leading the daily technical operations of one of our product squads, consisting of 3-5 developers. You’ll guide the team in building and scaling our product while ensuring the highest technical standards. You will be the key point of contact for your development team, collaborating closely with the product manager and product designer to ensure we are delivering high-quality, scalable solutions. If you’re passionate about technical leadership and want to help Planted grow, you’re in the right place.

  • Lead the technical execution of your squad’s day-to-day tasks and ensure smooth delivery of features.
  • Act as a mentor and coach for your team of 3-5 developers, helping them grow their technical skills and stay motivated.
  • Guide the team through technical challenges and provide hands-on assistance when needed.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers and designers to break down user stories and ensure the technical feasibility of features.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure that the team is following best practices and maintaining high code quality.
  • Ensure technical decisions align with product goals while keeping scalability and maintainability in mind.
  • Actively participate in hands-on development, contributing to the codebase alongside your team.
  • Continuously optimize development workflows and processes to improve efficiency and support our growth.
Your profile
  • Proven experience in guiding and mentoring a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
  • Strong experience with modern software development practices, including Agile methodologies and CI/CD.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-based architectures and scalable systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to guide a team through complex technical challenges.
  • You communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Fluent in German (native level) and English (B2/C1 level).
  • Passion for environmental protection and sustainability is a plus.
Our Benefits
  • A dynamic team: You’ll work with a motivated and engaged team that is committed to preserving forests and fighting climate change.
  • Diverse tasks: An exciting and varied set of tasks awaits you, with plenty of room for your own ideas and initiatives.
  • Flexible working hours: We offer flexible working hours and the option for remote work.
  • Career development: We support your professional and personal development with training and learning opportunities.
  • Part of a fast-growing impact company: Be part of a company that is making a positive difference in the world.
  • Remote work: Enjoy remote/home-office options and "workation" opportunities.

Do you want to make a sustainable change in the world? Then spread some Wood Vibes with us!
Send us your CV, cover letter, and any relevant references. Alternatively, feel free to send us a strong one-pager on why you’re the perfect fit for this position.
At Planted, we celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities for everyone! Dive into an inclusive workplace that champions equal opportunities for all.
About us
We are Planted. As a SaaS platform, we help service-based companies measure, reduce, and manage their CO₂ emissions while supporting them with all CSRD reporting requirements. Additionally, we plant climate-resilient mixed forests across Germany with our own forester on board, realizing tangible climate protection at the highest quality. We're steering this topic in new directions, which is why with us, it's WOOD VIBES ONLY!
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