Engineering Manager, Software Engineering - Foundation Layer | Engineering Manager Software Engineering - Foundation Layer (m/w/d)

REWE digital GmbH

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 30, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and develop Software Engineers focused on the Foundation Layer. Day-to-day, you will create a supportive environment, ensuring engineers are properly skilled and placed within product teams to maximize productivity. Key responsibilities include disciplinary leadership, facilitating skill development, and driving continuous improvement in organizational structures and collaboration across teams. A unique aspect of this position is the additional responsibility of Site Management for the Kiel REWE digital location, involving administrative duties and fostering a vibrant community culture. Candidates must possess fundamental experience in disciplinary leadership, a clear understanding of technical contexts, and expertise in DevOps principles and agile software development (Servant Leadership). This is an excellent opportunity for a leader passionate about technology and organizational growth who is ready to take on both engineering management and site leadership.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in (Business) Informatics, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification

Experience

  • Solid experience in disciplinary employee leadership
  • Long-term professional experience in Software Engineering
  • Experience ensuring fulfillment of business requirements
  • Experience in personnel cost control and investment steering

Languages

English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Assumption of Site Management duties for the Kiel location