Engineering Team Lead, B2B Portal

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About Distribusion

Distribusion is the world’s leading ground transportation marketplace, providing travelers with seamless access to bus, rail, and ferry transportation—from search to ticket purchase.

Our cutting-edge B2B technology platform connects transport operators in 70+ countries with the world’s largest online retailers, including Google Maps and Booking.com.

We are building the largest global network of transport providers and retailers and shaping the future of travel. Having achieved 10x growth in the past year, we are one of the fastest-growing startups in travel technology.

Backed by leading investors including TQ Ventures, Creandum, Northzone, and Lightrock, and following our recent $80 million Series C funding round, we are ready for our next phase of growth.

About the Role

We are looking for an Engineering Team Leader to join our growing Engineering organization.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading engineering teams, driving delivery excellence, improving operational efficiency, and supporting the growth and development of team members. You will be part of the Distribusion leadership team and report directly to the Senior Engineering Manager, eCommerce.

Our eCommerce division has grown rapidly and now includes more than 50 engineers. We are seeking a leader who can combine strong technical expertise with effective people management to help teams perform at their highest level.

What You Will Do

  • Lead and Develop Engineering Teams

    • Manage, mentor, and grow engineering teams.
    • Drive employee engagement, performance management, and career development.
    • Support hiring and team expansion initiatives.
  • Strengthen the Technology Organization

    • Advocate for and drive initiatives that enhance Distribusion’s technical brand.
    • Establish organizational structures within the engineering domain.
    • Introduce and support squad leads and their operational processes.
  • Improve Engineering Excellence

    • Increase the quality, reliability, and stability of services.
    • Promote engineering best practices and operational excellence.
    • Drive continuous improvements in team productivity and delivery.
  • Resource Planning & Delivery

    • Plan team capacity and resources aligned with quarterly roadmaps.
    • Ensure projects are delivered effectively and efficiently.
  • Incident Management

    • Own and oversee incident management processes.
    • Ensure rapid response, resolution, and continuous improvement practices.
  • Architectural Leadership

    • Take responsibility for architectural design decisions within the domain.
    • Guide system design and technical strategy.
    • Ensure scalable and maintainable software solutions.

Work Environment

  • Remote-first company with distributed teams across the globe.
  • Headquarters located in Berlin, Germany.
  • Regular opportunities to meet and collaborate with colleagues in person.
  • Remote and hybrid work options available.

Who You Are

  • Experienced Engineering Leader

    • Proven experience leading Frontend or Full-Stack engineering teams.
    • Background in high-growth startups, scaleups, or similar fast-paced environments.
  • Strong Technical Foundation

    • Comfortable reviewing code across ReactJS, Python, and Ruby.
    • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure.
    • Able to support technical problem-solving when needed.
  • Architecture & Distributed Systems Expertise

    • Deep understanding of microservices architecture.
    • Experience designing event-driven systems and asynchronous communication patterns.
    • Knowledge of scalable distributed systems.
  • People Leadership & Stakeholder Management

    • Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
    • Experience managing performance and supporting professional growth.
    • Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and customers.
  • Ownership & Growth Mindset

    • Ability to drive initiatives from concept to delivery.
    • Passion for raising engineering standards and inspiring teams.
    • Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Communication Skills

    • Fluent written and spoken English.
    • Excellent collaboration and leadership communication skills.

Technology Stack

  • Frontend: React.js, React Native
  • Backend: Python, Ruby
  • Cloud Platforms: Google Cloud, AWS, Azure
  • Databases: Relational Databases
  • Messaging & Caching: Kafka, Redis
  • Project Management: Jira
  • Architecture: Distributed Microservices
  • Engineering Practices: Modern Software Development Best Practices

What You Can Expect

  • Fast-Growing Industry

    • Join a rapidly expanding travel technology company.
    • Help shape the future of global transportation.
  • Ownership from Day One

    • Take responsibility for impactful projects.
    • Directly influence company success and growth.
  • Modern Technology Environment

    • Work with evolving technologies and best-in-class tools.
    • Help drive continuous innovation across the platform.
  • Global Impact

    • Collaborate with leading travel technology companies.
    • Support integrations with organizations such as Booking.com, Google Maps, Amtrak, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, and SNCF.
  • International Team

    • Work alongside talented and ambitious colleagues from around the world.
    • Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven culture.
  • Flexible Career Growth

    • Remote and hybrid work opportunities.
    • Relocation support available.
    • Career development opportunities within a rapidly growing organization.

Hiring Team

Employment Details

  • Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
  • Department: Technology
  • Level: Manager
  • Location: Remote / Hybrid (Berlin, Germany and additional locations)

Join Us

If you’re excited about building highly scalable systems used by millions of people every day and leading talented engineering teams in a fast-growing global company, we’d love to hear from you.

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