At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical direction and architecture of a cloud-based SaaS platform while mentoring developers.
- Company: Join a growing SaaS business with ambitious growth plans and a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance incentives, and hybrid working model.
- Other info: Opportunity for significant career growth and influence in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on product strategy and technology in a fast-growing company.
- Qualifications: Strong software engineering experience, especially in SaaS, .NET, and cloud technologies.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Head of Engineering Slough | Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) £100,000 + performance incentives Exalto Consulting is partnering with a growing Saa S business that develops software used by global manufacturing and engineering organisations to manage critical operational processes.
With a proven product, established customers and ambitious growth plans, the business is looking for a hands-on engineering leader to help shape its next phase.
This role combines software engineering, technical leadership and strategic influence.
You'll contribute code regularly, guide technical direction, mentor a small team of experienced developers and work closely with the Founder to ensure technology continues to support business growth.
What you'll be doing Leading the technical direction and architecture of a cloud-based Saa S platform Remaining hands-on with development across back end, front end and cloud infrastructure Writing and reviewing code while maintaining high engineering standards Mentoring and supporting a small team of senior developers Owning Azure-based infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines and platform reliability Delivering integrations with customer and third-party systems Helping shape the company's approach to AI-enabled products and tools Working closely with business stakeholders to turn ideas into practical solutions Technology environment includes: .
NET and C# React, Java Script and Type Script Azure, Azure Dev Ops and AKS Git Ops deployment practices Power Shell automation Python within emerging AI solutions What we're looking for Strong hands-on software engineering experience, ideally within Saa S or product-led environments Expertise across .
NET, cloud technologies and modern engineering practices Experience with Azure Dev Ops, CI/CD and Kubernetes-based deployments The ability to balance delivery, scalability and long-term maintainability Experience leading or mentoring developers Strong communication skills and sound technical judgement An interest in AI and its practical application within products and engineering teams Why join?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of technology within a growing business where engineering plays a central role.
You'll have genuine influence over product and technical strategy, remain close to the code, and help build the engineering function as the company continues to scale.
For a Senior Developer, Lead Engineer or hands-on Engineering Manager looking for broader technical ownership, this is a role where your work will have a visible and lasting impact.
To apply or learn more, please contact Exalto Consulting.
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Head of Engineering employer: Exalto Consulting ltd
Exalto Consulting Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Skipton. Employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to impactful digital transformation projects, making it a rewarding place for those looking to grow their careers in technology.
