Job Opportunities API

WorkFlex seeks an experienced engineering leader to oversee a distributed team of three Applied AI Engineers focused on internal automation. This is a player-coach hybrid role combining individual contribution (50%) with people leadership (50%). WorkFlex is a rapidly growing HR Tech startup founded in 2021 and based in Germany, building the automated operating system for international travel compliance, tax, and duty of care. Key Responsibilities • Lead a semi-autonomous squad (Guild structure) embedded across departments (Compliance, Customer Success, Operations) • 50% hands-on development, 50% leadership duties • Establish ROI metrics quantifying manual work hours saved quarterly • Partner with department heads identifying high-impact automation opportunities • Define technical standards for API integrations, deployment, and data security • Mentor engineers on performance, career growth, and development • Classical leadership: reviews, mentoring, career development Required Qualifications • Strong Computer Science/Software Engineering foundation • Deep backend expertise: Python, Node.js/TypeScript, Docker, API design • 1-2+ years people management experience in remote environments • Advanced proficiency with LLM tools and orchestration (n8n, Claude, Cursor) • Ability to translate operational challenges into technical roadmaps Compensation & Benefits • Virtual Stock Options (VSOPs) • 183 workation days annually • Monthly co-working/fitness budget • Results-oriented work culture