What does the Tech Lead role mean at ALDI? 

I am responsible for the professional leadership of the team to ensure that we deliver the product to our client (who is actually our colleague at ALDI) on time and with the right quality. I keep track of what is happening in the project, try to push the process forward if there are any obstacles, and maintain contact with our German client as well.

How did you become a developer? 

I got my first computer at the age of 5. I liked playing and was interested in IT from the start. I attended an IT specialized high school, then I studied computer engineering in Pécs. Later I applied to a few companies as an intern. I started out with IT administration, which didn’t really appeal to me. Later I became a Java Developer Intern. From there, the path to my current position was straightforward.

How can someone who doesn’t know you tell that you are a developer? 

When I used to wear thick-rimmed glasses people more often said I was a developer. Now I have a beard, which might be a clue, and I have nerdy T-shirts, for example, Star Wars ones.

What is the developer culture like at ALDI? 

Similar to other multinational companies, we also have processes and rules. The good thing at ALDI is that our work has added value, which is not always the case at other companies. Sometimes they develop something but end up putting it in a drawer. This can be demotivating for developers over time. We are currently developing a business-critical application that is very important to the company. What we develop has a positive impact on the colleagues’ daily work. In addition, we follow the four-eyes principle, so if I develop something, I open a merge request and invite a colleague to review, comment, and approve it. If it’s fine, then it can be merged into the codebase.

What personal qualities helped you in your career?

I consider communication very important. It’s possible to be a good developer even with weaker communication skills, but if we want to move into leadership positions, it is essential to assert our own and the team’s interests, stand firm in difficult situations, and speak convincingly in front of many people. I had to develop this skill myself. It’s also good to have perseverance, ambition, responsibility, and helpfulness.

What do you see in the current job market as a developer? 

A few years ago, it was much easier to find a developer position. Companies competed with each other for candidates, bidding on offers. Now there are fewer remote positions in the market, and many companies cannot offer the salary a developer would expect.

What skills a developer need to be successful? 

Logic and algorithm skills are important, and that’s also why university is good because they teach algorithms and the way of thinking, problem-solving skills. Basic interest is crucial for developers; we shouldn’t become developers just for the money—it’s important to love what we do.

What technology could you not live without? 

It would be difficult without the internet. Also, ALDI:GPT is very useful and save me time compared to earlier Googling. I used to use Stack Overflow, too.

What does an average workday look like for you? 

After coffee in the morning, I check my calendar. We have a daily meeting at 9:30. Until lunch, I work on my tasks, develop, help colleagues, consult with the client, and the architect, and sometimes I have DevOps tasks too. The team works in Scrum, so we have the classic Scrum ceremonies.

How should a candidate prepare for the interview? 

Have an eye-catching CV that includes the technologies needed for our project. Complete our technical assessment and submit it with confidence—it should be something they would normally do anyway. Our technical assessment contains real, life-like tasks, not university examples, to measure the technical knowledge of developers.

 

Márk’s journey at ALDI International IT Services reflects what truly sets us apart: At ALDI International IT Services, you’ll do work that matters – building solutions that directly support our colleagues and business. Here, developers are trusted, heard, and encouraged to grow within a collaborative, impact-driven culture. If you want to see the results of your code in action and work with a team that values your skills, ALDI is the place for you. Apply now and take the next step in your developer career with ALDI!