Director Software Engineering

HOLOPLOT is seeking a decisive, technically strong and business-oriented Senior Director Software Engineering (f/m/d), to lead our 20-person software engineering organization, drive cross-functional delivery, and own the long-term software architecture for our high-performance audio products.

Working closely with engineering leads who focus on deep technical problem-solving and team mentorship, this role leads overall software delivery, strategic technical vision, and cross-departmental alignment.

• Engineering Leadership: Extensive experience managing software teams of significant size (15-30+ engineers) in complex, multi-disciplinary technology environments
• Deep-Tech Literacy: Comfortable navigating a highly heterogeneous tech stack encompassing Low-Level/Embedded C++ & Rust, Audio DSP, 3D/GPU rendering, Linux, Kubernetes, NATS, gRPC, JUCE, CI/CD and Web services.
• Track Record of Ownership: Proven experience driving complex hardware-software product rollouts and managing high-stakes client or partner integrations end-to-end.
• Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management: Strong diplomacy and technical communication skills, with a track record of bridging engineering teams with business, product, research, and client stakeholders.
• Pragmatic Decision-Making: Ability to operate with high clarity and a steady hand in fast-paced environments, prioritizing long-term product stability over short-term friction.
• AI-Driven Development Strategy: Demonstrated experience establishing AI-development strategies and driving the practical adoption of AI-assisted software development, LLM tooling, or automated engineering workflows.
• Audio Software and Hardware Products: Experience with the Pro Audio and Music Technology product space, as both developer and user.

As Senior Director Software Engineering (f/m/d), you will take full technical ownership of the end-to-end delivery of HOLOPLOT’s software ecosystem, spanning embedded and distributed Linux systems, audio DSP, 3D/GPU, C++, Rust and web-based front-end applications, Kubernetes cluster and cloud infrastructure. You will act as the operational bridge between software engineering, hardware development, research, product, customer success teams, and key enterprise clients. You will work closely with the Director of Product for Software as well as the CPO, and report to the CTO.

At HOLOPLOT we work in a flexible hybrid setup with trust-based working hours, giving you the freedom to organise your day in a way that supports focus, deep work and balance. We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with the scope and impact of this leadership role, along with perks and benefits such as subsidised public transport, lunch allowances, Urban Sports and a company pension scheme.

You'll join an international, open-minded team and work directly with our C-level, engineering and product leads, as well as cross-functional stakeholders in customer success, research, and operations. You'll shape the strategic direction of our software architecture, own high-stakes delivery for cutting-edge audio technology, and drive the AI-assisted development strategy for a 20-person software engineering team, with the autonomy and accountability that comes with a senior leadership mandate.