Entrepreneurial Tech Lead (m/w/d) in ClimateTech

Why Now?

Buildings are the largest energy consumers in Europe, making them CO₂ monsters. They account for 40% of our energy usage, causing 36% of all EU CO₂ emissions. That's why the decarbonization of buildings is essential for a sustainable future.

Why Us?

At VARM, we are pushing insulation forward. We help our customers save up to 50% on their heating costs and decrease their CO₂ emissions. To scale insulation, we just closed a strong Seed Round with top-tier investors. Join our mission now to change an entire industry for good.

Our Goal?

Becoming Europe’s insulation champion and insulate 1 million houses over the next 10 years! Now is your chance to be part of our vision. Join us in building a market-leading company in the climate sector. Unf*ck the planet with us and actively contribute to slashing CO₂ emissions from buildings.

Tasks

The Three Biggest Challenges in the First Year:

• Build the Core Platform: Lead the hands-on development of a scalable, robust platform, ensuring smooth integration with existing web and no-code systems
• Create an Offline-First Application: Collaborate with the Product lead and founders to build a mobile app that is user-friendly, technically sound, and functional in low-connectivity areas for our craftsmen
• Optimize Processes with AI Agents: Leverage AI-driven solutions (e.g. GenAI) to streamline complex and unpredictable operational processes, including handling emergency cases and qualifying buildings based on construction plans.

Join VARM as our Full Stack Engineer / Technical Lead to

• Take ownership of the end-to-end development of our platform, ensuring scalability, robustness, and flexibility for future
  -> Even though you are our Tech Lead, this is an Individual Contributor Role!
• Work closely with the Product lead to transform vision into working products by leading and executing hands-on full-stack development—from front-end user interfaces to back-end services
• Ensure the integration of no-code/low-code solutions into the infrastructure, enabling seamless workflows, scalability, and alignment with infrastructure standards and security protocols
• Design and manage the data infrastructure, ensuring data integrity, security, and scalability, with Airtable as a key component (open to switching)
• Ensure that technological innovations align with business needs and product requirements, providing technical insights during roadmap discussions
• Apply AI-driven automation to streamline and automate administrative tasks, simplify workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance the user experience
• Develop products with direct impact on all stakeholders: customers, craftsmen, and employees—there’s a lot to build as we are still in the early stages

Requirements

• Proven experience in leading the development of mobile and web applications, with a strong focus on user-centric design and seamless functionality
• Several years of experience in startups in a technical role—perhaps you've started your own company or worked in a fast-paced startup environment
• Prior experience building and leading small engineering teams, with the ability to take ownership of technical challenges
• You’re not just an engineer—you care about the product, its users, and its success
• Adaptable, curious, and eager to tackle challenges, always with a focus on continuous improvement
• Experience with no-code/low-code platforms and GenAI models is a plus
• Proficient in English

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package: We will offer you a mix of cash and stock options based on your appetite for upside

• Be part of our core-team, building in a super-hot phase of an early-stage climate-tech startup

• Make an impact at VARM: Shape our culture and the way we work and collaborate together

• Nothing is set in stone - you have a direct impact, while we are growing and building together

• Make an impact on the earth: Do you want to make a difference in the fight against climate change? Become part of the solution and actively shape the energy transition

• Onsite first, but hybrid work keeps us flexible: We believe that in-person collaboration is an integral part of working together, but offer flexibility for remote working

• Grow with us: We take your personal development seriously, which includes being mentored and challenged in regular founder feedback sessions

• Start–up culture: We offer you hybrid work, training, team events, and a great office setup in the heart of Kreuzberg

• Financial Benefits: Apart from a competitive salary, we offer meal vouchers, subsidies for mobility solutions, tax-free benefits and discounted fitness programs

• Diversity & Inclusion: We value diversity and welcome people from all background

• Apply: Submit your application directly through our website or via the job ad

• Initial Phone Interview: We'll have a quick 30-minute phone chat to get to know you better

• Case Study: We'll conduct a case study with you, followed by an in-person discussion

• Founder Interview: You'll have another 30-minute conversation with one of our founders

• Team Lunch: Join us for a team lunch to meet everyone and experience our company culture

• Job Offer: You'll receive a pre-signed employment contract

• Welcome to VARM: We're excited to have you on board