At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of 300+ developers and shape software engineering strategies.
- Company: Join NTT DATA, a global leader in tech and innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, tailored benefits, and continuous growth opportunities.
- Other info: Proudly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact with AI-enhanced software delivery and lead diverse teams.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in software projects, strong leadership, and consulting experience.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 £ per year.
The team you'll be working with: As Head of Software Development, you will lead a software engineering practice of more than 300 developers across multiple geographies and help shape its strategic direction. You will combine consulting leadership, hands‑on engineering judgement, and a clear view of how AI can improve software delivery. You will work closely with senior client technical stakeholders, helping them make sound architecture and delivery decisions while building confidence in the teams delivering the work.
What you'll be doing:
- Lead and mentor engineering leaders and developers, creating a culture of ownership, learning and reliable delivery.
- Oversee complex software programmes, balancing quality, pace, cost and risk.
- Shape market-facing software engineering propositions, including AI‑enhanced delivery methods, engineering standards and reusable accelerators.
- Use your experience writing software and leading technical teams to guide architecture, code quality, delivery practices and engineering governance.
- Work with clients and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities, resolve delivery issues and align engineering work with business outcomes.
- Track relevant industry and technology shifts, translating them into practical investment choices for the practice.
What experience you'll bring:
- 15+ years’ experience delivering complex software projects, ideally in consulting or other client‑facing environments.
- Strong consulting experience, including the ability to influence senior client technical stakeholders and communicate clearly under pressure.
- A solid software engineering background, including previous hands‑on experience writing production code.
- Proven experience leading large engineering teams, developing technical leaders and improving team performance.
- Good understanding of modern software engineering, architecture, cloud platforms, agile delivery and quality practices.
- Practical experience or strong interest in AI‑enhanced software delivery, including how AI tools can improve engineering productivity, quality and flow.
- Ability to explain technical trade‑offs to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field. An advanced degree is welcome.
Who we are: At NTT DATA, you have endless opportunities to think big, act bold and take ownership. As a $30+ billion business and technology services, AI and digital infrastructure leader, we co‑innovate solutions with clients and partners globally for business and societal impact. Serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100, with experts in over 70 countries, we encourage experimentation and recognize great work. Proudly a Global Top Employer, NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion annually in R&D. Make this the place where you belong, learn, and build your network. Make this the place where you grow.
What we’ll offer you: We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensures that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.
Head of Development in London employer: NTT America, Inc.
At NTT DATA, we pride ourselves on being a Global Top Employer, offering an inclusive and dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and personal growth. With tailored benefits that prioritise your wellbeing and a commitment to continuous learning, you will have the opportunity to lead a diverse team of over 300 developers while shaping the future of software engineering through AI-enhanced delivery methods. Join us in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and together we can make a significant impact on both business and society.
