Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Software Development Lead (F/M/D)

at Freudenberg

🏢 About Freudenberg

Freudenberg is pioneering emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty e-mobility, offering a unique opportunity to work on sustainable technologies that combat climate change. As a global technology group with a strong innovation culture, Freudenberg provides a platform to shape the future of green transportation while collaborating with industry experts.

About This Role

As Senior Software Development Lead, you will architect and deliver core business applications on Azure, building an in-house team while managing third-party providers. Your work directly enables sustainable e-mobility solutions, making you a critical driver of Freudenberg's digital transformation and environmental impact.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day starts with a stand-up with your in-house team and third-party providers to align on priorities. You'll then dive into architectural design reviews, code quality assessments, and mentoring sessions, while also meeting with product managers to identify opportunities for AI-driven features. Afternoons are spent hands-on with Azure DevOps, refining CI/CD pipelines, and troubleshooting production issues, with time set aside for exploring innovative data analytics approaches.

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🎯 Who Freudenberg Is Looking For

  • A seasoned software architect with 8+ years of experience, including deep expertise in Azure services and DevOps, who can design scalable, secure, and maintainable systems.
  • A hands-on technical leader who has built and mentored in-house development teams, while effectively managing external vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
  • A champion of modern software engineering practices (CI/CD, automated testing, code reviews, security) with a track record of driving end-to-end development lifecycles.
  • A forward-thinking innovator with interest in AI and data-driven applications, eager to explore opportunities for advanced analytics in the e-mobility domain.

📝 Tips for Applying to Freudenberg

1

Highlight specific Azure projects you've architected, including details on services used (e.g., Azure DevOps, Functions, Kubernetes) and how you ensured scalability and security.

2

Showcase your experience building and leading in-house teams, with concrete examples of hiring, mentoring, and establishing engineering best practices.

3

Demonstrate your ability to manage third-party vendors by describing a situation where you improved delivery quality or timelines through clear communication and oversight.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize end-to-end ownership of software delivery, from design to deployment and maintenance, using metrics to quantify impact.

5

Mention any experience with AI/ML or data analytics, even if informal, to align with the company's interest in innovation in these areas.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Express passion for sustainable e-mobility and how your technical expertise can contribute to Freudenberg's mission of emission-neutral energy systems.", 'Emphasize your dual capability as a technical leader and hands-on architect, with examples of building teams and delivering complex Azure-based solutions.', 'Highlight your experience in driving software engineering best practices and your proactive approach to identifying innovation opportunities.', 'Convey your interest in the unique challenge of building an in-house team while managing external providers, and your readiness to navigate this dynamic.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Freudenberg's e-mobility division and their FFT digital platform: understand the specific products and how technology supports their sustainability goals.
  • → Study Freudenberg's company culture and values, especially their approach to innovation and digital transformation.
  • → Look into recent news or press releases about Freudenberg's partnerships or projects in sustainable mobility and AI.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the competitive landscape of emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty vehicles.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a complex Azure architecture you designed. What were the key decisions and trade-offs?
2 How have you built and scaled an in-house development team? Describe your approach to hiring, onboarding, and fostering a culture of quality.
3 Tell me about a time you managed a third-party vendor on a critical project. How did you ensure alignment and accountability?
4 How do you stay updated on AI and data analytics trends, and how would you apply them to improve our digital platform?
5 Describe a situation where you had to balance technical debt with new feature delivery. What was your decision-making process?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on technical skills without demonstrating leadership and team-building experience, as this role requires both.
  • Avoid generic answers about Azure; be specific about services and architectures you've implemented.
  • Don't neglect the vendor management aspect; failing to show experience managing external partners may raise concerns.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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