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# Founding Engineer

- **Company:** Clera
- **Location:** München, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** €70,000.0 - €100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Python (Programming Language), Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind, ReactJS, Backend, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Front End Software Development
- **Published:** September 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5888019210

## About the Role

* Up to five years of work experience, with a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's, strong academic record required) and graduation no earlier than 2023.
 * Full-stack proficiency: React and TypeScript on the frontend (Next.js preferred) and Python on the backend.
 * Experience with Tailwind CSS.
 * Familiarity with cloud infrastructure on AWS, GCP, or Azure.
 * Experience with mixed-integer optimization or deploying optimizations in production systems is a strong plus.
 * Startup experience at an early-stage company (under 3 years old and fewer than 50 employees).
 * Genuine interest in the energy sector, particularly battery storage or renewable energy.
 * Fluent or near-fluent German, a hard requirement as most customers operate in German.
 * Demonstrated high achievement beyond standard coursework or employment, such as founding experience or participation in selective extracurricular programs.
 * A semester or extended study abroad at a recognized international university.
 * Comfort operating at pace in an ambiguous, high-growth environment.

## Description

This is a founding-stage full-stack engineering role at an early-stage energy software company building an end-to-end platform for industrial battery storage. You will own core product development spanning real-time optimization, forecasting, and operator-facing dashboards, with direct influence on product direction and company trajectory.
What You'll Do

 * Own and build backend services and optimization algorithms that drive real-time energy asset optimization and forecasting.
 * Develop frontend dashboards that enable battery operators to monitor and control assets.
 * Architect and scale cloud infrastructure to support thousands of battery systems.
 * Deploy production-ready optimizations and iterate based on real-world feedback.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teammates to define and prioritize product features.


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