Head of Software Development - Hybrid Basingstoke - £75k-£90k

Software Engineering Manager – Cloud-Based SaaS | Remote (with occasional London office visits)Are you a seasoned technical leader passionate about shaping the future of cloud-based software in fitness, wellness, and salon industries?  My client provides all-in-one management platforms for scheduling, billing, memberships, marketing, and access control globally.They are looking for a Software Engineering Manager experienced in mentoring to lead a mature Scrum team. This strategic role focuses on driving engineering excellence, team development, and process optimisation. Collaborate cross-functionally, shaping scalable, high-quality solutions aligned with business goals – ideal for future CTO aspirants.**Key Responsibilities:**- Technical Leadership: Guide team leads in scalable architecture, secure coding, and engineering best practices.- Project Execution: Oversee delivery, manage timelines, and align engineering velocity with OKRs.- Mentorship: Support Squad Leads through performance reviews and career development.- Engineering Culture: Foster ownership, psychological safety, and continuous improvement.- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product, QA, DevOps, Data, and Design teams.- Process Evolution: Lead Agile/Scrum/Kanban improvements and retrospectives.**Qualifications & Skills:**- 10+ years in software engineering, with 3+ in technical leadership.- Proficiency in .NET, Angular, Kotlin, Swift, C#, and cloud platforms, especially Azure.- Leadership experience and mentoring Squad Leads.- Strong grasp of CI/CD, scalable architecture, and clean code principles.- Web and mobile development expertise (Android & iOS).- Proficient in MySQL, MongoDB, MS SQL, and database administration.- Data modelling, data warehousing, and Git workflows understanding.- Excellent communication skills and strategic thinking.This remote-first role involves occasional visits to the London office, collaborating with teams across Asia, requiring early starts at 7am.
Company
Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Location
London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
Salary negotiable
Posted
Company
Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Location
London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
Salary negotiable
Posted