- **Architect Scalable Pipelines: **Oversee the design and deployment of large-scale distributed data processing jobs using PySpark on Amazon EMR clusters and serverless AWS Glue ETL jobs. - **Coach and mentor engineers**—supporting growth in technical skills (particularly Python and Spark optimization), data modeling best practices, and career progression. - **Partner with stakeholders** and engineering leadership to evaluate, plan, and deliver data-first projects across advertising systems, analytics services, and reporting features. - **Lead by example: **Write production-ready Python and PySpark code, perform code reviews, and optimize Spark configurations to improve performance and reduce costs. Apply Agile methodologies such as Scrum to drive iterative development, foster team collaboration, and ensure continuous delivery of high-quality data solutions. - **Support engineers** through regular 1:1s, feedback, quarterly reviews, recognition, and performance management.

Anstellungsdetails Permanent contract, Full- or Part-Time, Remote or Cologne / Darmstadt / Düsseldorf / Berlin Info Who we are We are the tech powerhouse behind Kaufland’s international online marketplaces and a company within the Schwarz Group. Driven by a start-up mentality and working on an equal footing within flat hierarchies, we develop the best marketplace solutions for our customers, sellers and partners. #FromEuropeForEurope Day by day, our Tech & Product Team of about 400 experts pursues the goal of creating the best possible customer shopping experience for our online marketplace. Through innovative technical developments, they not only create an outstanding shopping experience but also lay the foundation for an optimal selling experience for our sellers. Learn more about our division, areas, and cross-functional teams here! Building, developing and enabling high performing teams who build awesome products is the main responsibility for our Engineering Managers. It’s the entry position in our Engineering Management career path and reports to a Head of Product Engineering. As an Engineering Manager joining our team, you will initially focus on hands-on technical tasks like an individual contributor allowing you to gain a deep understanding of our infrastructure and systems so that you know the code inside and out before adding managerial responsibilities to your plate. This approach enables you to understand the technical challenges your team encounters deeply, setting you and the team up for future wins. Aufgaben Your tasks – this is what awaits you in detail - You have found your passion in software development, but you enjoy building the right team, removing roadblocks, helping others, creating transparency, and alignment even more than being an individual contributor - Based on your experience, you will start by leading the engineers of one product team in a you-build-it-you-run-it environment, with a clear perspective to expand to multiple teams as responsibility and impact grow - Depending on team size and setup, you will remain hands-on to a reasonable extent, especially where technical guidance, architectural decisions, code reviews, or complex problem-solving are needed - You are going to help our engineers grow personally and professionally - not only by advancing their skills, but also by inspiring them through purpose - You make sure that we leverage (new) technology within our product teams to build products customers love and work for the business - You are accountable for delivery and reliability of your teams’ products, balancing scope, quality, performance, and operational stability in a high-traffic B2C environment - You will contribute to strategic initiatives that are larger than your team(s) like raising the engineering bar, improving our guidelines, and defining how we work as an organization Profil Your profile – this is what we expect from you - You have worked in cross-functional product teams and bring a vast experience in engineering of scalable web applications - You are an experienced Engineering Manager who approaches technical challenges pragmatically, choosing tools and architectures that fit both the problem domain and the organization. This typically includes TypeScript, Vue.js, modern frontend tooling, and backend integrations with Node.js/PHP - You possess an outstanding sense of ownership, passion and drive which brings energy to the room - You communicate clearly and effectively, know how to create alignment, and understand what matters, especially in a remote and distributed setup - You already have some experience in a management role and building successful teams and you are motivated to grow even more in the role of a successful Engineering Manager - You are a natural go-to-person within your organization by mentoring other engineers and helping them grow and succeed - You are willing to go the extra mile to make your team successful, you give honest feedback, and you are able to discuss, commit and execute - You are fluent in English (C1) and enjoy working in an international environment Benefits What we offer - Create your own work-life balance: You have the flexibility to choose between working remotely (within Germany) or from one of our locations in Cologne, Darmstadt, Düsseldorf, or in Berlin! - Do you want to move to Germany? No problem – we offer you an attractive relocation package to give you a smooth start. - Urban Sports Club and RSG Group Fitness Studios: Get top deals for fitness, swimming, yoga and more - Mental Well-Being: We support you on your well-being journey with special offerings such as Instahelp, the digital platform for online psychological counseling - Vacation & Sabbatical: Enjoy 30 days of vacation per year and the opportunity to take a sabbatical once you have been part of the team for a certain period! - Option for Pluxee restaurant vouchers: Buy Pluxee vouchers through us and benefit from tax-advantaged meal allowances! - ‘Deutschlandticket’: We subsidise your train season ticket for more mobility - Employee Discount: You will receive a monthly coupon for Kaufland.de - Free choice of operating system: MacOS or Ubuntu Linux, it's up to you - Boost your growth: Benefit from our online language learning programs, diverse in-house training, and our automated 360-degree feedback. We cover the costs for relevant conferences, training opportunities, and approved team workshops to strengthen personal interactions - This is who we are: Our dynamic culture combines flat hierarchies, a start-up mentality, an international team of over 65 nationalities, and the strength of the Schwarz Group to provide you an agile and secure working environment. - We are team players: From day one, you will connect not only with your team but also with others through our digital onboarding journey, the buddy program, and regular team and company events, all-hands meetings, powerful mornings, and much more! Check out our Principles & our blog for even more insights into our company culture! Diversity at Kaufland e-commerce We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of skin colour, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, ethnic origin, religion and ideology. We are signatories to the Charta der Vielfalt (German Diversity Charter) – because we know that extraordinary things can only be achieved with diversity. Read more here! When applying, you can optionally include your pronouns. Bewerben Why are you the perfect fit for this position? Don't bother with cover letters - we're interested in facts and figures! Feel free to share your Github profile with us in your application. As we have very international teams, we would highly appreciate it to receive your CV or profile link in English. Ansprechpartner Your contact person: Kristina Heymann Kaufland e-commerce Services GmbH & Co. KG Postal address: Habsburgerring 2 50674 Köln

This role is for one of our clients Company Name: Scrabble Industry: Staffing and Recruiting Seniority level: Director level Min Experience: 15 years Location: Remote (India) JobType: full-time ₹70,00,000 - ₹1,50,00,000 a year We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Corporate Development to lead and execute high-impact initiatives across fundraising, investor relations, and long-term business strategy. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with 15–22 years of experience, particularly those who have thrived in fast-paced startup environments and have independently driven capital raise mandates end-to-end. Role Overview: As the Head of Corporate Development, you will play a critical role in shaping the company’s growth trajectory by leading fundraising efforts, managing investor relationships, and partnering closely with the executive leadership team on strategic initiatives. You will be responsible for identifying and securing capital opportunities, structuring deals, and ensuring alignment with the organization’s long-term vision. Requirements Key Responsibilities: - Lead end-to-end fundraising processes, including equity and capital raising initiatives across multiple funding rounds (Seed, Series A/B/C, growth-stage, or pre-IPO). - Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with the company’s financial and strategic goals. - Build, manage, and nurture relationships with investors, venture capital firms, private equity funds, and strategic partners. - Prepare and present compelling investor materials, including pitch decks, financial models, and business cases. - Partner with the CEO, CFO, and leadership team to drive strategic planning, financial forecasting, and corporate growth initiatives. - Evaluate strategic opportunities such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures. - Lead due diligence processes and coordinate with legal, finance, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth deal execution. - Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and investor sentiment to inform strategic decisions. - Act as a key advisor to leadership on capital structure, valuation, and growth strategy. Key Skills & Expertise: - Strong expertise in fundraising and equity raising, with a proven track record of successfully closing deals. - Deep understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and capital markets. - Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and external partners. - Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex transactions from origination to closure. - Strategic thinking combined with strong execution capabilities. - Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Candidate Profile: - 15–22 years of experience in Corporate Development, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Venture Capital, or similar domains. - Prior experience in startup or high-growth environments is highly preferred. - Proven track record of independently leading fundraising or capital raise mandates end-to-end. - Strong network within the investor and startup ecosystem. - Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a high level of ownership and accountability.

• Build and lead a high-talent, high-performance team of engineers • Ensure team delivers enterprise-grade, innovative AI solutions • Raise the bar on technical excellence and operational discipline • Translate company strategy into clear objectives and measurable outcomes