Alex Okla

Engineering Manager opportunities – Drive Innovation in a Fast-Growing Tech CompanyLocation: Munich, Germany (Hybrid: 2 days onsite)About the company:Our client is a rapidly growing tech company that's making significant strides in the travel industry. They’re on a mission to deliver innovative solutions that support a dynamic network of users and internal teams.The Role:We're seeking Engineering Managers to lead cross-functional teams of approximately 3-7 engineers. In this role, you’ll spearhead the development of technical solutions that drive both user satisfaction and ambitious growth targets.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the functional and disciplinary leadership of your team.Collaborate with your engineers to deliver high-quality solutions in cross-functional projects.Work with cross-functional stakeholders to define goals and roadmap.Partner with product, design, and other key teams to understand business context.Collaborate with peers and senior technical leaders to influence strategic tech decisions.What You Bring:A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and a proven track record as a Software engineer, with experience in building backend and/or frontend applications.Proficiency in Java/Kotlin/Spring; bonus points for experience with JavaScript/TypeScript/React.Demonstrated technical leadership, including system design, goal setting, architecture design, task planning, and code reviews.Experience as a team leader with a knack for fostering a strong, collaborative team culture.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Whats on offer:Seize the chance to own the tech and be a key part of our company’s journey.Excellent salary mini-ownership stake with stock options worth 40% of your salary, putting real skin in the game.Get full control over your domain, leading your team while staying hands-on.Benefit from a discounted gym membership.Enjoy 28 vacation days plus public holidays, totalling over 40 days of annual leave.Flexibility to work remotely as and when you needIf you’re currently a hands-on Engineering Manager or a Senior Tech Lead informally managing a small team and eager to take the next step into management, we’d love to hear from you!Apply now to join a forward-thinking team where you can make a lasting impact!

I’m supporting a leading Swiss media and digital organisation in their search for a Data Engineer to join their Data & AI division. This is a key role within the existing Data team, which is responsible for building and operating the central data platform that underpins millions of daily user interactions across web and mobile.The Day to Day:Building and maintaining large-scale batch and streaming pipelines to process millions of daily events.Designing data products that power analytics, reporting, and applications.Improving platform scalability, reliability, and developer experience.Working closely with analysts and business stakeholders to deliver practical, impactful solutions.What we’re looking for:Hands-on experience in large-scale data processing (Azure Databricks or Apache Spark)Knowledge of SQL, PowerBi, or web analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics) is a plus.Fluent English, with good German or French.Previous experience with AWS or GCP is welcome!Why apply:Work in a dynamic, diverse, cross-regional team.Influence the organisation’s digital transformation journey.Modern cloud technologies and innovative Data & AI-based projects.Super Flexible working arrangements and an inclusive culture promoting continuous learning

We are partnered with a leading Swiss financial services organisation, specialising in payments and processing millions of transactions annually. We’re looking for a Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer to join a small, expert team of 4 managing critical on-premises and Azure-based security infrastructure. What You’ll Do:Lead and optimise Thales Luna & Payshield 10k HSMs.Automate processes and ensure infrastructure meets demanding SLAs.Collaborate across IT, application teams, and external vendors.Support network infrastructure: firewalls, load balancing, and routing.Keep ahead of emerging HSM and security technologies and propose improvements.What You Bring:Hands-on experience with HSMs, encryption, key management, and security protocols.Practical knowledge of Fortigate, F5, Cisco; experience with Azure KeyVault a plus.Clear, collaborative communicator; fluent in English with German being a bonus, agile experience, orExperience or willingness to work in regulated environments.Why Join?:Work in a highly supportive, and inclusive culture that values collaboration and professional growth.Take on challenging and meaningful work in a critical security function.Access to cutting-edge security and network technologies.Enjoy flexible working arrangements, career development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first.Be part of a small, expert, collaborative team where your contributions are visible and valued.

Our partner, a Swiss boutique specialising in tailored and scalable cloud solutions since 2011, is looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to join their experienced cloud team and work on cutting-edge projects at the intersection of cloud, automation, and artificial intelligence.Role Responsibilities:Designing, building, and evolving modern public cloud infrastructuresDeveloping cloud-native architectures with a focus on automation, scalability, and AI integrationSupporting stakeholders in their digital transformation journey Taking ownership of projects as a trusted advisorContributing to internal knowledge-sharing formats (meetups, demos, tech talks, team challenges) and representing the team at external eventsPosition Requirements:A fundamental background in software engineering or cloud engineering, specificallyHands-on experience with IaC tools (Terraform, CDK, etc.), containerization, and CI/CDInterest in or exposure to AI-powered cloud services (e.g., AWS Bedrock, Azure OpenAI)Curiosity for innovation and willingness to test new approachesAbility to work independently with accountability, not micromanagementStrong team player who values collaboration and knowledge sharing

We're working with a global leader in the life sciences sector, known for developing high-precision systems used in advanced research and medical diagnostics. This is a rare opportunity to contribute directly to scientific innovation through complex, high-impact software development. The Opportunity: Join a highly skilled R&D software team focused on building advanced desktop applications for scientific imaging systems. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the UI/UX of mission-critical applications that integrate hardware, software, and real-world scientific processes. Why This Role?Work on software that supports real-world breakthroughs in healthcare and researchInfluence design systems, UI architecture, and interface usability in line with the product’s visual identityJoin a highly structured, quality-driven German R&D culture within a globally recognised science and technology groupCareer growth: structured personal development plans and the potential to move across a large international groupRole Responsibilities:Design and develop modern, user-friendly desktop UIs using C# and WPFTranslate usage requirements into interface concepts and working prototypesContribute to style guides and maintain consistency across UI/UX patternsCollaborate with product management, QA, and other R&D teamsTake part in reviewing and maintaining large-scale legacy systems (multi-million LOC)Ideal Profile:Strong background in .NET/C# software engineeringSolid experience with WPF and Windows desktop application developmentProven UI/UX design experience (mockups, design systems, interaction principles)Excellent communicator – able to work cross-functionally and explain complex concepts clearly (In German) – documentation & meetings are in GermanExperience in Medical, Scientific or hardware-integrated software is advantageous

Senior DevOps Engineer  We are partnering with a forward-thinking Swiss company at the forefront of AI innovation in the banking sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and large language model (LLM) deployments within a highly collaborative and impactful environment. About the Role As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and deployment pipelines that support AI-driven solutions for the financial industry.  Key ResponsibilitiesManage and automate cloud infrastructure, primarily using Azure native services and Terraform.Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for complex AI and LLM application deployments.Collaborate cross-functionally to support rapid development cycles and operational stability.Contribute to infrastructure design and automation best practices.Ensure compliance with security and operational standards required in the banking sector.What we are looking for:Extensive experience with Azure (native services) and Terraform.Strong DevOps background with solid knowledge of infrastructure as code, automation, and CI/CD.Bonus: Experience deploying AI or large language model (LLM) stacks in cloud environments.Must be located in Switzerland (within the country, cross-border is not possible on this occasion).Able to work 4 days per week onsite in Geneva.Expectaitons between 140-160k CHF annually as an FTEWhy Join? They offer an innovative, collaborative environment where your work will have a direct impact on transforming banking through AI. You will engage with advanced technologies, benefit from professional development opportunities, and contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of financial services.

We’re supporting a respected organisation in Bern hiring a Senior Architect to lead delivery on mission-critical IT projects. This role blends architectural strategic ownership with hands-on work, particularly in AI-driven system design. Key Responsibilities:Lead architecture and development for complex enterprise systemsDesign scalable, secure solutions aligned with business needsDrive AI innovation: especially with RAG models and prompt engineeringStay hands-on pragmatic approach with delivery (not just advisory)Build cloud-native apps using .NET or Java/Spring Boot, Angular/React, Kafka, Docker, microservicesYour Profile:7 years in software development with strong architecture/engineering backgroundExperience in cloud (Azure/AWS), containerisation, and event-driven systemsKnowledge of application security, microservices, and system designExposure to AI/ML integrations (esp. RAG)Degree in Computer Science or similarC1 German, B2 EnglishOffer & Conditions:CHF 140–160K fixed base salary2 days on-site in Bern (hybrid flexibility)Streamlined 2-stage interview processExcellent quality-of-life benefits: modern workplace, generous leave, strong internal cultureMeaningful public and private sector projects with real-world impact

we are working with an innovative and profitable proprietary trading firm, founded in 2017, is looking for exceptional talent to join its elite global team. Operating at the forefront of high-frequency trading, this organization uses its own capital and leverages cutting-edge mathematical models and complex trading strategies built, tested, and refined entirely in-house.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and support high-performance trading systems in real time.Troubleshoot and escalate production issues to maintain system availability.Analyze performance metrics and implement improvements to reduce latency.Automate operational tasks and deployment workflows using Python.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency.Maintain configuration and CI/CD processes using tools like Ansible.Actively contribute to on-call support.Required Skills & ExperienceBackground:Degree from a top-tier university (top 10% regionally).Proven overachievers with impactful projects or competitive achievements.Experience at leading tech firms, startups, or trading, low-latency environments.Core Skills:3–5 years in software engineering or IT operations, proficient in Python scripting and Linux systems.Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS) and Kubernetes.Familiarity with observability tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus).Experience with CI/CD systems and configuration management.What’s Offered:Flexible working: 2-3 days a week working from home Competitive compensation with performance incentives.Technical growth in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.Team offsites daysFull financial and logistical support for relocation, including visa assistance.