Founding Engineer
Summary
Founding full-stack engineer at an early-stage Munich energy software startup building an end-to-end platform for industrial battery storage. Day to day: Python backend services and optimization/forecasting algorithms, React/TypeScript operator dashboards, and scaling cloud infrastructure — on-site five days a week, German fluency required.
About the Role
This is a founding-stage full-stack engineering role at an early-stage energy software company building an end-to-end platform for industrial battery storage. You will own core product development spanning real-time optimization, forecasting, and operator-facing dashboards, with direct influence on product direction and company trajectory.
What You'll Do
Own and build backend services and optimization algorithms that drive real-time energy asset optimization and forecasting.
Develop frontend dashboards that enable battery operators to monitor and control assets.
Architect and scale cloud infrastructure to support thousands of battery systems.
Deploy production-ready optimizations and iterate based on real-world feedback.
Collaborate with cross-functional teammates to define and prioritize product features.
What We're Looking For
Up to five years of work experience, with a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's, strong academic record required) and graduation no earlier than 2023.
Full-stack proficiency: React and TypeScript on the frontend (Next.js preferred) and Python on the backend.
Experience with Tailwind CSS.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure on AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Experience with mixed-integer optimization or deploying optimizations in production systems is a strong plus.
Startup experience at an early-stage company (under 3 years old and fewer than 50 employees).
Genuine interest in the energy sector, particularly battery storage or renewable energy.
Fluent or near-fluent German, a hard requirement as most customers operate in German.
Demonstrated high achievement beyond standard coursework or employment, such as founding experience or participation in selective extracurricular programs.
A semester or extended study abroad at a recognized international university.
Comfort operating at pace in an ambiguous, high-growth environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: 70,000 to 100,000 EUR annually. Visa sponsorship is available.
Location
On-site in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, five days per week. No remote arrangement is available for this role.
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