VP of Engineering (gn)

About Klim

Klim is on a mission to revolutionize regenerative agriculture. As a Berlin-based AgriTech start-up, we’re empowering farmers to restore soil, boost biodiversity, and capture carbon—all while earning revenue through our innovative platform. Backed by $22 million in Series A funding, we’re scaling globally with partners like Nestlé and Kaufland to reduce emissions and enhance resilience across the food supply chain. Since 2020, we’ve supported 3,500 farmers, covering 700,000 hectares (5% of Germany’s farmland).

If you’re passionate about building a sustainable food system and driving real climate impact, join us in creating a healthier planet.

The Role

You’ll attract and retain top talent, foster a high-performing and collaborative culture, and push the boundaries of innovation to position Klim as a global leader in sustainable agriculture. Are you ready to lead, inspire, and help change the way the world grows food?

What success looks like in the first months

• You’ve taken ownership of our engineering strategy and aligned it with our company goals.
• You’ve built strong relationships with key stakeholders and your team, setting the stage for long-term success.
• You’ve overseen the successful delivery of key milestones on our product roadmap.
• You’ve attracted exceptional talent to scale our engineering team while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Our Tech Stack

• Frontend: ReactJS (TS)
• Backend: NodeJS & Express (TS)
• Database: Postgres & Sequelize ORM
• Infrastructure: AWS and related services
• Workflow Tools: Atlassian suite (Jira, BitBucket, etc.)

What we offer

• Impact: Contribute directly to combating climate change and supporting climate-conscious farmers.
• Ownership: Work on equal footing with the leadership team to shape our journey.
• Growth: Access to a unique learning environment and the opportunity to grow professionally.
• Flexibility: Hybrid working model, with remote work options within Germany (office presence in Berlin preferred).
• Benefits: Competitive salary, VSOP program, Urban Sports Club/Deutschlandticket membership, company pension scheme, team lunches, and regular events.

Job requirements

What you need to succeed

• Significant experience as an engineer in a production environment, with a proven track record in senior engineering leadership roles (e.g., VP of Engineering, Head of Engineering).
• Extensive hands-on experience working with a NodeJS, ReactJS, and TypeScript codebase.
• Deep expertise in managing cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and CI/CD processes.
• Demonstrated success in startup environments, especially those focused on big data, remote sensing, machine learning, or agritech.
• Strong strategic thinking skills and a history of collaborating on the development of product roadmaps with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to lead and manage large engineering teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Passion for sustainability and enthusiasm for making a positive impact on the environment.
• Excellent command of English.

What we value

• Customer obsession: We deeply care about those we serve. No task is beneath us.
• Innovation: We’re committed to making an impact and challenging the status quo.
• Excellence: We consistently raise the bar and drive high-quality outcomes.
• Ownership: We think long-term and take collective responsibility for our work.
• Curiosity: We remain humble, ask questions, and always strive to learn

On-site

• Berlin, Berlin, Germany