Head of Software Engineering

About

Our client is looking for a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead their engineering organization and drive innovation at scale. You’ll shape the technical strategy, build high-performing teams, and deliver world-class software solutions that power our business growth.

The Role

  • Define and execute the engineering roadmap aligned with company goals.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of engineering managers and senior developers.
  • Champion best practices in architecture, coding standards, and modern development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD).
  • Collaborate with Product and Business teams to deliver impactful solutions.
  • Ensure quality, security, and scalability across all platforms.

Requirements

  • 10+ years in software engineering, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
  • Proven experience scaling engineering teams and delivering complex products.
  • Strong technical background in modern software development and cloud technologies.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in SaaS or high-growth tech environments.
  • Familiarity with microservices, distributed systems, and emerging technologies.

Why?

  • Opportunity to shape the future of the technology strategy.
  • Collaborative, innovative culture.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.

Job Details

Company
Elevation Recruitment Group
Location
Leeds, UK
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