Head of IT Development
Job Title: Head of IT Development Location: Bradford (Hybrid Working) Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time
Are you ready to lead a dynamic IT team that makes a real difference? Our client, a prominent organisation in the housing sector, is on the lookout for a passionate and strategic Head of IT Development to elevate their digital solutions and customer services!
Why Join Them?
- Empower Communities: Be part of an organization that delivers affordable homes and builds better futures, ensuring every customer feels valued and supported.
- Innovative Environment: Work with a collaborative team dedicated to creating a customer-first culture and a thriving workplace.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy the freedom to design your work around your needs, with agreed flexibility on how and where you operate.
Your Role: As the Head of IT Development, you will spearhead the Software Development and System Testing Teams. Your mission? To lead transformative digital solutions that align with the organization's goals and customer needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide vision and direction for software development and testing, aligning with organizational objectives.
- Develop and maintain the IT Strategy and Enterprise Architecture, ensuring scalability and security.
- Establish and enforce development methodologies and quality assurance frameworks.
- Champion modern development practices, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with business leaders and external partners to ensure high-quality solutions.
- Mentor and develop your team, ensuring growth and succession planning.
What You'll Achieve:
- Deliver systems and applications that are secure, scalable, and meet business requirements.
- Lead a high-performing team that is motivated and committed to continuous improvement.
- Ensure development standards are applied consistently across all projects.
- Drive innovation and adopt emerging technologies for enhanced performance.
Must-Haves:
- Proven leadership experience with high-performing teams.
- Strong understanding of modern development practices (API-first, microservices, CI/CD).
- Excellent communication and influencing skills to manage cross-functional relationships.
- Knowledge of security and regulatory requirements in system development.
- ITIL Version 4 Foundation Certificate.
Bonus Points For:
- Experience with Azure and cloud-hosted architectures.
- Knowledge of agile delivery and DevOps practices.
- A knack for identifying technologies that add business value.
If you're ready to take on a rewarding leadership role where you can truly make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us create moments that matter for our customers.
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