I am an engineering leader with over seven years of hands-on software engineering and people management experience. I enjoy partnering with stakeholders to uncover challenges, design robust solutions, and foster agile teams that deliver high-quality software. I am now ready to step back into a hands-on engineering role, bringing a pragmatic, growth-focused mindset and a servant-leadership approach to the work. My track record includes building data platforms, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering customer-focused products across global collaborations. I thrive in fast-paced environments where technical excellence, clear communication, and strong product sense are essential to success.

Stefan Nieke

I am an engineering leader with over seven years of hands-on software engineering and people management experience. I enjoy partnering with stakeholders to uncover challenges, design robust solutions, and foster agile teams that deliver high-quality software. I am now ready to step back into a hands-on engineering role, bringing a pragmatic, growth-focused mindset and a servant-leadership approach to the work. My track record includes building data platforms, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering customer-focused products across global collaborations. I thrive in fast-paced environments where technical excellence, clear communication, and strong product sense are essential to success.

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I am an engineering leader with over seven years of hands-on software engineering and people management experience. I enjoy partnering with stakeholders to uncover challenges, design robust solutions, and foster agile teams that deliver high-quality software. I am now ready to step back into a hands-on engineering role, bringing a pragmatic, growth-focused mindset and a servant-leadership approach to the work.

My track record includes building data platforms, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering customer-focused products across global collaborations. I thrive in fast-paced environments where technical excellence, clear communication, and strong product sense are essential to success.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Engineering Manager at MEO
October 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Led development and expansion of the data platform, introduced coding standards, streamlined OKTA login, and collaborated with global teams including an on-site phase in LA. Built and managed a 4–6-person engineering team and ensured stable, high-quality operations.
Senior/Manager Data Products at Universal Music Germany
January 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Led customer-centric data platform from design to launch. Cultivated high-performing remote team & ensured alignment with business goals. Delivered clear product artifacts for a streamlined development process.
Head of Engineering Data Products at Universal Music Germany
September 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
Built a high-performing team from scratch. Fostered collaboration, empowered ownership, and achieved consistent project success. Recognized for talent development and creating a thriving culture of growth.
Engineering Manager Dealer Business at Adevinta - mobile.de
August 1, 2024 - October 31, 2025
Led two engineering teams focused on document processing: one developing OCR and handwriting models, the other delivering AI-driven data extraction for complex documents. Oversaw team leadership, technical direction, and the reliable deployment of AI solutions in production.

Education

Master of Science at International Media and Computing
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science at International Media and Computing
January 11, 2012 - January 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services