2 of 2 Permanent Head of Development Jobs in the South West

Head of Development required by a market-leading, award-winning business to lead their software development function in Swindon. This hybrid role offers 2-3 days per week on-site with flexibility. This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the delivery and quality of all software development projects. The successful candidate will … lead a team of developers, ensuring technical excellence, innovative solutions, and alignment with business objectives. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in development. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage development, QA, DevOps, and IT support teams to deliver high-quality software and infrastructure. Define and implement strategic software development plans in line with organisational goals. … Monitor project progress and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and recommend beneficial solutions. Maintain adherence to technology standards and best practices across all development teams. Communicate technology strategies clearly to internal teams and across the organisation. Skills and Experience Proven experience in senior leadership roles, with the ability to motivate and manage high More ❯

Head of Development & Architecture Location: UK Remote – with travel to Swindon HQ on occasion Package: £73,000 + full benefits At Lawtech, we’re transforming how legal professionals manage digital onboarding, compliance, and client engagement through our innovative platform, Verify365, and a growing suite of connected products. As we expand our ecosystem of LegalTech solutions … we’re seeking a Lead Developer to guide our development team and help shape the architecture behind our next generation of products. This role offers the opportunity to design scalable systems, mentor a talented team, and contribute directly to the evolution of a platform that is redefining how legal services are delivered. What you’ll do Lead … and support a team of 4–7 developers across backend, frontend, and app development. Plan and coordinate agile sprints, ensuring clear goals and high-quality outcomes. Work closely with Product Owners and leadership to align on the product roadmap and system direction. Design and maintain backend systems using Golang, with supporting services in Python and C. Oversee infrastructure performance More ❯