JavaScript Job: Lead Java Developer (f-m-x)

Your tasks

Our management team is also passionate about developing, so development issues are always one of our top priorities.

As a Lead Java Developer (m/f/x), you will lead a team of developers in our online games' new and further development and directly report to the Head of Development.

You can expect a professional and international working environment with plenty of scope and different technologies – in the backend, we are developing with Java, and in the front end, with HTML5 / JavaScript.

Your main responsibilities will include the following:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve the software with high-quality, maintainable code

• Communicate with colleagues and other teams to ensure a smooth workflow

• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in cooperation with the Project Manager

• Encourage synergy and cooperation within the team

• Teach and guide the team in our company vision, mission, and individual goals

• Drive job interviews and prepare relevant evaluation tools

• Ensure team's prompt attendance to team meetings, manage team holidays and sickness

• Give regular feedback and evaluations, maintain a high team spirit

• Execute the career path for your team and work on improvement plans

• Define team needs and requirements for the annual budget

Your profile

• Proven experience in a leadership role

• Hands-on experience as a Senior Java Developer

• Ability to operate independently and good analytical skills

• Familiarity with agile software development and scrum and kanban-based working environments

• Enthusiasm for games and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team

• Fluent in technical and business English

What we offer

• Exchange of knowledge and close cooperation with competent colleagues in a highly motivated international team

• Short decision-making processes and a professional work environment

• You take responsibility in a fast-growing company

• Attractive location in Downtown Hamburg

• Flexible remote work solutions

• Family-friendly working hours with a great work-life Balance

• Personal development support with internal and external training

• Regular team and company events and creative breaks

• Individual language courses German and English

• Subsidised public transportation ticket

About us

“Connect and Challenge Players. Anytime. Anywhere.”

At Bytro we strive to develop high-quality strategy games and make them accessible for all players around the world. In our eyes game development is a promise for fun and entertainment – that’s what we live and aim for!

As part of the Swedish Stillfront group, we create grand strategy games that are played by over 15 million players in 150 countries and 13 languages all over the world. Our office is located in Hamburg’s world-famous St. Pauli district, with a stunning 360° view of the harbor and the Elbe river and easy access to public transport.

Our staff is multicultural and international. We have flat hierarchies, open communication culture, and support the autonomous work of our agile working teams. We believe in efficient work where each of our employees contributes to the success of our games. Learn more about Bytro and watch our most recent company clip:

To enhance our great team we are looking for you!