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Engineering Manager - Website

SumUp
Germany
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Role Summary

Join SumUp as an Engineering Manager in Berlin to lead a team focused on enhancing the digital experience for millions of merchants.

About the Organisation

The Website squad sits at the heart of SumUp's Acquisition Mission, owning the digital experience that shapes a merchant's journey from their very first interaction with SumUp to discovering and purchasing our products. As the bridge between Engineering, Product, Marketing, Design, and Sales, the team has a direct and visible impact on how we attract merchants, grow our business, and generate revenue.

As Engineering Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead a high-impact team and play a key role in shaping how millions of merchants experience SumUp online. You'll combine people leadership, technical direction, and strategic thinking to help the team deliver high-quality experiences while continuously improving the way we build and operate.

You'll also have the opportunity to influence some exciting initiatives, including our ongoing Content Management System (CMS) migration, while driving improvements in engineering practices, delivery excellence, technical quality, and team culture. This is a role for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of technology, product, and business, and who wants to see a clear connection between their team's work and SumUp's growth.

๐ŸŒ Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin office. This involves an office-first setup

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ”ฌ We take learning and experimentation seriously with Hack Days every second Friday, and entire global Hack Weeks.

๐ŸŒˆ Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced

๐Ÿ“š A dedicated annual L&D budget of โ‚ฌ2,000 for attending conferences and/or advancing your career through further education

๐Ÿš€ Enrolment onto our VSOP program: You will own a stake in SumUp's future success

๐Ÿ’ถ A corporate pension scheme where we match up to 20% of your contributions

๐Ÿ”„ 30 Days Sabbatical: Enjoy the unique opportunity to take a well-deserved break with our 30 days sabbatical benefit after completing 3 years of employment with SumUp

๐Ÿ”— Referral Bonus: Earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team

๐Ÿšต๐Ÿพโ€โ™‚๏ธ Numerous other benefits such as Urban Sports Club subsidy, Kita placement assistance, relocation assistance, subsidised office lunches

SumUp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. SumUp does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by Company policy. SumUp also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.

Be empowered to do more that matters.

At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 36 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.

Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify.

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited.

Explore career opportunities with us and join a team driven by collaboration, innovation, and a shared vision of creating a world where everyone can build a thriving business. Discover more about our vibrant and inclusive work culture and how we work on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Contentful-to-Builder.io migration through to successful completion, ensuring technical quality, delivery continuity, long-term stability and alignment with Product and Marketing.
  • Lead and develop the Website squad of four full-stack engineers, creating clear ownership, accountability, development plans and delivery expectations.
  • Set the squad's technical direction and simplify or modernise the web architecture to support SumUp's growth, scalability and performance.
  • Assess the team's technical health, delivery flow and technical debt, then improve sprint reliability and delivery predictability.
  • Drive engineering excellence across testing, CI/CD, observability, on-call practices, maintainability and operational ownership.
  • Introduce practical engineering metrics, including DORA and developer productivity indicators, to identify bottlenecks and guide measurable improvements.
  • Partner closely with Product, Marketing, Design, Platform, MarTech and Performance Marketing to align priorities and automate operational tasks where possible.
  • Build a high-trust, inclusive and high-performing engineering culture through coaching, transparent communication, constructive performance management and effective stakeholder collaboration.

Application Information

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Requirements

software engineering
web technologies
team leadership

Eligibility Criteria

Open to experienced engineering leaders with a background in web technologies, specifically in managing teams and driving technical projects.

Exp. LevelNot specified
EducationNot specified

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Published On
August 12, 2026
Application Deadline
Ongoing / No specific deadline
Location
Berlin, Germany
Employment Type
On-site
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Last verified: August 18, 2026
Degree Level
Any
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