Head of Software Engineering

Head of Software Engineering A well-established software business delivering specialist solutions to customers worldwide is seeking an experienced Head of Software Engineering to lead its engineering function during a key period of change and improvement. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take ownership of a multi-site engineering team, driving improvements across delivery, engineering quality, team performance, and operational processes. This role requires a hands-on leader who can quickly assess challenges, improve accountability, reduce delivery backlogs, and help create a more unified engineering culture. Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a multi-site software engineering team Reduce support and project backlogs while improving delivery performance Improve engineering processes, standards, testing, and release practices Drive accountability, collaboration, and team cohesion Support modernisation initiatives and reduction of technical debt Provide regular delivery and progress reporting to senior leadership Skills & Experience Required

Strong experience leading software engineering teams Proven background improving delivery and engineering performance Experience managing technical backlogs and software delivery processes Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to drive change within complex or legacy environments Desirable Experience

Experience with Microsoft and legacy technology environments CI/CD, automated testing, and modern development practices Multi-site or geographically distributed team leadership Industrial software or manufacturing systems experience Whats on Offer

High-impact leadership opportunity Immediate start available Senior leadership exposure and autonomy Competitive salary and package This contract role will be 5 days on site. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Head of Software Engineering

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