Hybrid Director, Software Development

at TeamViewer

• Job title: Director, Software Development
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Goppingen, Germany

About the role

• Director of Software Development leading engineering teams behind TeamViewer's global connectivity solutions. Responsible for AI innovation, architecture, and team mentoring within a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Vision: Define and execute the roadmap for Remote Access & Control—low-latency streaming, secure connectivity, and cross-platform performance.
• Drive AI Innovation: Embed AI/ML into product features and engineering workflows for smarter, adaptive experiences and faster troubleshooting.
• Architect for Scale: Oversee distributed, real-time systems architecture; ensure reliability, security, and performance at global scale.
• Champion Security: Implement secure-by-design principles and compliance with ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR.
• Build High-Impact Teams : Hire, mentor, and grow engineering leaders; foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Partner with Product, Security, and Operations to deliver enterprise-ready solutions.
• Own Operational Excellence : Improve CI/CD, observability, and incident response; optimize for speed without sacrificing stability.

Requirements

• Proven Leadership: 10+ years in software development, 5+ years leading multiple teams and managers.
• Technical Depth: Experience building distributed, real-time, or networking-heavy software systems.
• Domain Expertise: Preferred background in remote connectivity or real-time streaming technologies.
• AI Proficiency: Hands-on experience integrating AI/ML into products or engineering workflows.
• Security Mindset: Familiarity with secure coding practices and compliance frameworks.
• Zero-Trust & Compliance: Strong understanding of zero-trust security principles and enterprise compliance requirements.
• Influence & Communication: Ability to articulate technical concepts to executives and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Impact at Scale : Your work will power millions of remote sessions every day across 600M+ devices in 180+ countries.
• Innovation Culture : Drive AI-first initiatives and cutting-edge connectivity solutions.
• Flexibility and Growth: Hybrid work options, global collaboration, and clear career progression.
• Inclusive Environment: We value diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.
• Onsite Onboarding in our HQ office for an optimal start
• Great compensation and benefits packages including company achievement bonus and regular salary reviews
• Public transport friendly offices
• Special terms for local gyms
• Access to Corporate Benefits platform with many discounts
• Regular Team events and company-wide celebrations
• Open door policy , no dress code rules, frequent all Hands and Leadership Lunches
• Hybrid and Flexible work time with up to 60% home office
• Work From Abroad Program allowing up to 40 days of work outside your contracting country