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VP of Engineering - Fin Tech Startup (Berlin)

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Cherry Ventures

17d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Berlin

AI generated summary

  • You have 10+ years in software engineering, 5+ in senior roles in fintech, strong technical skills in cloud and microservices, leadership experience, and expertise in agile and compliance.
  • You will define engineering strategy, lead and mentor teams, ensure tech alignment with product goals, oversee infrastructure, enforce compliance, manage budgets, and drive innovation in fintech.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Director, VP, or CTO level) in a high-growth fintech, SaaS, ideally in fintech or financial services environment.
  • Experience or familiarity with the financial regulations, KYC/B, AML, compliance, data security requirements, and operational challenges in the fintech space is a plus.
  • Strong technical background in cloud-based architectures, microservices, APIs, and distributed systems.
  • Experience managing full-stack engineering teams, including backend, frontend, DevOps, low-code, and security.
  • Proven track record of delivering scalable, reliable, and compliant financial technology solutions.
  • Expertise in modern software development practices, agile methodologies, and DevOps.
  • Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Our business language is English.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with our business goals, product vision, and strategy.
  • Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of a robust, scalable, and secure technology infrastructure that supports bunch's growth.
  • Partner closely with Product, Design, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of high-quality features and system enhancements.
  • Work closely with the VP of Product, forming a strong partnership to align technology and product roadmaps, balance technical feasibility with business needs, and drive innovation.
  • Establish and enforce best practices for cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance with relevant financial and regulatory standards.
  • Implement engineering best practices, agile methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines to optimise development workflows.
  • Make key architectural decisions, evaluate new technologies, leverage and use AI, and drive innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Act as a bridge between engineering and business functions, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Develop and manage the engineering budget, ensuring cost-effective investments in technology and talent.
  • Stay ahead of fintech trends and emerging technologies, especially using and leveraging AI to ensure that our products remain at the cutting edge. Representing bunch at industry events, panels, and discussions with investors.
  • Given our fintech focus, work closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure that all systems and products meet regulatory requirements and industry standards.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the VP of Engineering at bunch?

The VP of Engineering will oversee the engineering team and all IT systems, defining and executing the technical strategy while ensuring scalability, security, and innovation in product development.

What is the expected career progression for this role?

This role has a clear path to a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) position based on performance, strategic impact, and leadership within the organization.

What is the experience required for this position?

Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in a high-growth fintech, SaaS, or financial services environment.

What technical expertise should candidates possess?

Candidates should have a strong technical background in cloud-based architectures, microservices, APIs, and distributed systems, as well as experience managing full-stack engineering teams.

What programming languages and technologies does the tech stack include?

The tech stack includes Node.js, React.js, Sequelize, MySQL, and Okta, among others, with TypeScript used for both frontend and backend development.

What are the key attributes sought in a candidate for this role?

Candidates should possess exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

How does this role intersect with product development?

The VP of Engineering will partner closely with the VP of Product and other stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality features and system enhancements.

What type of work culture does bunch promote?

Bunch promotes a culture of drive and ownership, with a diverse mix of talents, team spirit, and collaboration.

What benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive flexible hours and a hybrid office setup, 28 days of vacation per year plus public holidays, a competitive compensation package, and a great tech and work setup.

What is the interview process like for this position?

The interview process includes a first interview with the People team, deep-dives with the Head of Engineering and the VP of Product, a Tech Strategy Interview with tech team members, and a final meeting with the Founders.

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Cherry Ventures

Founders first and investors second.

Venture Capital & Private Equity
Industry
11-50
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cherry Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm led by a team of entrepreneurs with experience building fast-scaling companies such as Zalando and Spotify. The firm backs Europe's boldest founders, usually as their first institutional investor, and supports them in everything from their go-to-market strategy and the scaling of their businesses. Cherry Ventures has previously invested in the seed stage of over 90 companies across Europe, including FlixBus, Auto1 Group, Flaschenpost, Infarm, Forto, SellerX, Juni, and Flink. Cherry Ventures is based in Berlin and invests across Europe with operations in London and Stockholm.