Head of Software Engineering in London

Head of Software Engineering in London

London Full-Time 75600 - 92400 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and enhance software engineering teams for impactful digital services.
  • Company: Dynamic organisation focused on teaching, research, and operations.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to shape technology.
  • Other info: Opportunity for significant career growth and influence in a collaborative environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in modernising systems and driving innovation.
  • Qualifications: Experience in IT leadership and enterprise technology management.

The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 Β£ per year.

Head of Software Engineering

The organisation seeks an experienced Head of Software Engineering to oversee and enhance critical application and integration systems supporting teaching, research, and operations.

The role focuses on ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable digital services across the organisation.

Core Responsibilities

Manage and develop the software engineering and data integration teams for operational excellence.

Maintain and improve enterprise applications and integration platforms supporting various organizational functions.

Ensure systems are resilient, secure, and compliant, with proper monitoring and disaster recovery plans.

Lead modernisation efforts, address technical debt, and promote sustainable engineering practices.

Establish technical standards, strategies, and roadmaps for applications, data, and integrations.

Support data analytics and reporting capabilities, enhancing decision-making processes.

Guarantee all services adhere to security, governance, and data regulations.

Drive continuous process improvements and elevate engineering maturity.

Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors to meet organisational technology needs.

Ideal Candidate

Degree or significant experience in IT, software engineering, or related areas.

Proven leadership in managing enterprise technology teams within large organizations.

Experience delivering resilient, secure digital services and modernizing application architectures.

Strong knowledge of API integration, data management, and operational best practices.

Excellent communication skills and ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently.

Success Indicators

Within one month: Establish relationships and review current systems.

Within three months: Implement initial improvements and modernisation strategies.

Within six months: Demonstrate measurable enhancements in system resilience and data capability.
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Head of Software Engineering in London employer: Stott & May Professional Search Limited

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Contact Details:

Stott & May Professional Search Limited Recruitment Team

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