15 of 15 Head of Engineering Jobs in the North of England

Head of Engineering Location: Manchester, hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office Industry: FinTech Package: £100,000 - £130,000 DOE (possible wiggle room on this if needed) We’re working with one of our long-standing customers on a crucial hire: Head of Engineering . They’re a fast-growing digital … banking business with a reputation for doing things differently serving hundreds of thousands of customers across the UK with accessible, inclusive, and user-focused financial services. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to take a key leadership role within a business where engineering is at the heart of the product and where you’ll be supported … trusted, and expected to make a real impact. Why join? This isn’t just another Head of Engineering role. You’ll be joining a business where culture genuinely comes first open, supportive, and focused on doing the right thing, for customers and colleagues alike. The engineering team is full of talented people working on smart More ❯

Head of Engineering Location: Manchester, hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office Industry: FinTech Package: £100,000 - £130,000 DOE (possible wiggle room on this if needed) We’re working with one of our long-standing customers on a crucial hire: Head of Engineering . They’re a fast-growing digital … banking business with a reputation for doing things differently serving hundreds of thousands of customers across the UK with accessible, inclusive, and user-focused financial services. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to take a key leadership role within a business where engineering is at the heart of the product and where you’ll be supported … trusted, and expected to make a real impact. Why join? This isn’t just another Head of Engineering role. You’ll be joining a business where culture genuinely comes first open, supportive, and focused on doing the right thing, for customers and colleagues alike. The engineering team is full of talented people working on smart More ❯

Head of Engineering Location: Manchester, hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office Industry: FinTech Package: £100,000 - £130,000 DOE (possible wiggle room on this if needed) We’re working with one of our long-standing customers on a crucial hire: Head of Engineering . They’re a fast-growing digital … banking business with a reputation for doing things differently serving hundreds of thousands of customers across the UK with accessible, inclusive, and user-focused financial services. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to take a key leadership role within a business where engineering is at the heart of the product and where you’ll be supported … trusted, and expected to make a real impact. Why join? This isn’t just another Head of Engineering role. You’ll be joining a business where culture genuinely comes first open, supportive, and focused on doing the right thing, for customers and colleagues alike. The engineering team is full of talented people working on smart More ❯

Head of Engineering – Manchester Reporting directly to the CTO, this strategic leadership role will help shape and drive the engineering vision, foster a high-performance culture, and lead initiatives around AI adoption, platform scalability, and potential offshore development expansion. About the Role As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the performance … direction, and cohesion of the engineering function, with a focus on people, process, and platform delivery. While this is not a hands-on coding role, your leadership will impact every part of the engineering lifecycle, from team structure and Agile maturity to DevSecOps and emerging technology adoption. You will work closely with Product, InfoSec, Operations, and … a key role in driving innovation, improving delivery predictability, and scaling high-quality solutions aligned with business needs. Key Responsibilities Partner with the CTO to define and execute the engineering strategy. Lead and mentor Engineering Managers and senior technical leaders across multiple domains. Identify and implement opportunities in AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics. Oversee the expansion and More ❯

Head of Engineering – Manchester Reporting directly to the CTO, this strategic leadership role will help shape and drive the engineering vision, foster a high-performance culture, and lead initiatives around AI adoption, platform scalability, and potential offshore development expansion. About the Role As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the performance … direction, and cohesion of the engineering function, with a focus on people, process, and platform delivery. While this is not a hands-on coding role, your leadership will impact every part of the engineering lifecycle, from team structure and Agile maturity to DevSecOps and emerging technology adoption. You will work closely with Product, InfoSec, Operations, and … a key role in driving innovation, improving delivery predictability, and scaling high-quality solutions aligned with business needs. Key Responsibilities Partner with the CTO to define and execute the engineering strategy. Lead and mentor Engineering Managers and senior technical leaders across multiple domains. Identify and implement opportunities in AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics. Oversee the expansion and More ❯

Head of Engineering – Manchester Reporting directly to the CTO, this strategic leadership role will help shape and drive the engineering vision, foster a high-performance culture, and lead initiatives around AI adoption, platform scalability, and potential offshore development expansion. About the Role As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the performance … direction, and cohesion of the engineering function, with a focus on people, process, and platform delivery. While this is not a hands-on coding role, your leadership will impact every part of the engineering lifecycle, from team structure and Agile maturity to DevSecOps and emerging technology adoption. You will work closely with Product, InfoSec, Operations, and … a key role in driving innovation, improving delivery predictability, and scaling high-quality solutions aligned with business needs. Key Responsibilities Partner with the CTO to define and execute the engineering strategy. Lead and mentor Engineering Managers and senior technical leaders across multiple domains. Identify and implement opportunities in AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics. Oversee the expansion and More ❯

Head of Software Engineering My client, a forward-thinking financial company, is seeking a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead and evolve their engineering function. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation making a genuine impact on people's lives through accessible and inclusive financial solutions. If you … re a strategic and hands-on tech leader ready to drive innovation, challenge the status quo, and shape the future of digital platforms, this role could be your perfect fit. The Role: Head of Software Engineering As Head of Engineering, you’ll take ownership of the engineering function—shaping the technical … vision, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital solutions. This role reports directly to the CTO and will see you working closely with the wider leadership team. Your input will be instrumental in transforming ideas into robust technology, driving performance, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Leadership More ❯

Head of Software Engineering My client, a forward-thinking financial company, is seeking a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead and evolve their engineering function. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation making a genuine impact on people's lives through accessible and inclusive financial solutions. If you … re a strategic and hands-on tech leader ready to drive innovation, challenge the status quo, and shape the future of digital platforms, this role could be your perfect fit. The Role: Head of Software Engineering As Head of Engineering, you’ll take ownership of the engineering function—shaping the technical … vision, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital solutions. This role reports directly to the CTO and will see you working closely with the wider leadership team. Your input will be instrumental in transforming ideas into robust technology, driving performance, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Leadership More ❯

Head of Software Engineering My client, a forward-thinking company, is seeking a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead and evolve their engineering function. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation making a genuine impact on people's lives through accessible and inclusive technology solutions. We would also … consider exceptional candidates who have been an Engineering Manager or Principal Software Engineer and are now ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role. If you're a strategic and hands-on tech leader with strong energy, excellent communication skills , and a passion for driving innovation , challenging the status quo , and shaping the future of digital platforms , this role could be your perfect fit. As Head of Software Engineering , you’ll take ownership of the engineering function — shaping the technical vision, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital solutions. This role reports directly to the CTO and will see you More ❯

Head of Software Engineering My client, a forward-thinking company, is seeking a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead and evolve their engineering function. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation making a genuine impact on people's lives through accessible and inclusive technology solutions. We would also … consider exceptional candidates who have been an Engineering Manager or Principal Software Engineer and are now ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role. If you're a strategic and hands-on tech leader with strong energy, excellent communication skills , and a passion for driving innovation , challenging the status quo , and shaping the future of digital platforms , this role could be your perfect fit. As Head of Software Engineering , you’ll take ownership of the engineering function — shaping the technical vision, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital solutions. This role reports directly to the CTO and will see you More ❯

Head of Software Engineering My client, a forward-thinking company, is seeking a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead and evolve their engineering function. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation making a genuine impact on people's lives through accessible and inclusive technology solutions. We would also … consider exceptional candidates who have been an Engineering Manager or Principal Software Engineer and are now ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role. If you're a strategic and hands-on tech leader with strong energy, excellent communication skills , and a passion for driving innovation , challenging the status quo , and shaping the future of digital platforms , this role could be your perfect fit. As Head of Software Engineering , you’ll take ownership of the engineering function — shaping the technical vision, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital solutions. This role reports directly to the CTO and will see you More ❯

About SeeByte & the Role Our client, SeeByte, is the global market leader in the development of smart software for uncrewed maritime systems. We are advising them on the recruitment of a Head of Engineering to join their team in the Edinburgh Office. Originally spun out of Heriot-Watt University, the company has evolved into … freeing, and teams are encouraged to think creatively and own their work. Attrition is low and engagement is high; this is a company where people join and stay because of the quality of the work and the freedom to do it well. With around 100 people currently and offices in Edinburgh and Bristol, SeeByte continues to grow steadily … underpinned by a healthy financial position, long-term contracts, and a strong reputation in global markets. The engineering team currently sits at around 70 people and is expected to scale significantly to 120+ in the coming years. The Head of Engineering is a critical leadership role at SeeByte, responsible for shaping engineering strategy, building future More ❯

Head of Data Engineering - Preston A Head of Data Engineering/Data Engineering Manager to lead the design, development, and enhancement of the data infrastructure and pipelines is required by a leading company based in Preston. The role offers Hybrid working, so 2 - 3 days in the office a week. You must … have the following: Proven experience as a lead data engineer/Data Engineering Manager with some management experience Experience handling large datasets, complex data pipelines, big data processing frameworks and technologies Experience with data modelling, data integration ETL processes and designing efficient data structures Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala Data warehousing concepts and dimensional modelling experience … Any data engineering skills in Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric would be a bonus This new role involves building & managing a team of data engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure robust, scalable, and aligned data solutions for delivering high-quality care. The ideal candidate More ❯

Head of Data Engineering - Azure & Databricks - Hybrid - Up to £100,000 A forward-thinking and nationally recognised organisation, known for its commitment to innovation and data-driven decision-making, is seeking a Head of Data Engineering to lead its growing data function. With a strong culture of collaboration, investment in cutting-edge technology … to make a real impact. This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in the office, with flexibility around location. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of data engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Architect and implement scalable data solutions using the Azure tech stack and Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to … align data initiatives with business goals. Maintain hands-on involvement in technical delivery where needed, ensuring best practices are followed. Requirements: Proven experience in leading data engineering teams. Strong expertise in Azure Data Services (e.g., Data Factory, Synapse, Azure Datalake) and Databricks. Comfortable balancing strategic leadership with occasional hands-on technical work. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. What More ❯

Head of Data Engineering – Azure & Databricks - Hybrid - Up to £100,000 - Leeds A forward-thinking and nationally recognised organisation, known for its commitment to innovation and data-driven decision-making, is seeking a Head of Data Engineering to lead its growing data function. With a strong culture of collaboration, investment in cutting-edge … to make a real impact. This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in the office, with flexibility around location. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of data engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Architect and implement scalable data solutions using the Azure tech stack and Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to … align data initiatives with business goals. Maintain hands-on involvement in technical delivery where needed, ensuring best practices are followed. Requirements: Proven experience in leading data engineering teams. Strong expertise in Azure Data Services (e.g., Data Factory, Synapse, Azure Datalake) and Databricks. Comfortable balancing strategic leadership with occasional hands-on technical work. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. What More ❯