Lead Software Engineer

PyleHound is a Berlin-based startup focused on AI-powered legal document processing.

• Led the technical delivery of an AI-based legal document parser from concept to MVP.
• Built and integrated frontend components using React and Electron, ensuring usability for non-technical users.
• Delivered a functional MVP on time and within budget, validating the product direction for future investment.

• Provided hands-on guidance in Go-based backend systems, including code reviews and refactoring strategies.
• Helped teams unblock critical delivery risks by simplifying designs and improving system reliability.
• Collaborated closely with client engineers and leadership to align technical solutions with business constraints.

JustWatch is a globally used streaming guide platform helping millions of users discover movies and TV shows across providers.

• Led the design and evolution of large-scale backend systems that served millions of monthly active users worldwide.
• Built and maintained the core public API, enabling multiple frontend clients and external integrations at scale.
• Drove architectural decisions across backend, frontend, product, and DevOps teams, ensuring long-term scalability.
• Took ownership of data architecture, optimized large PostgreSQL datasets, and introduced technologies such as Elasticsearch, Redis, Cassandra, and BigQuery where appropriate.
• Supported and helped bootstrap the Product team by collaborating closely with product owners on feasibility, trade-offs, and delivery strategy.
• Contributed to DevOps tooling and Kubernetes-based infrastructure on Google Cloud, improving deployment safety and operational visibility.
• Transitioned into an engineering management role after 2021, handling hiring, mentoring, performance reviews, and team growth.
• Balanced hands-on engineering with leadership responsibilities, maintaining a strong technical presence while scaling the team.