Head of Development

Overview

Role Purpose: Our Head of Development is a leadership role accountable for delivery and quality of software development projects at Oak Furnitureland. The role of Head of Development is to lead and manage a team of Software Developers, supporting them in building unique products using robust architectural practices and innovative software solutions that are fit for purpose. You will be responsible for leading a team of permanent development teams to meet the company''s goals and objectives. Responsible for the quality and technical approach taken by team members, ensuring it is in-line with the company strategy and that projects are delivered on time and within budget. This is a hands-on role where you will be expected to code and to hold the overall technical knowledge around company solutions and platforms. You will be accountable for the creation and delivery of the strategic software development strategy and oversee all aspects of internal development and play a key role in structuring the development team. The ideal candidate will be a commercially astute Lead who understands the practicalities of resourcing and delivering a broad range of software project to a high standard.Key Responsibilities

Champion Oak Furnitureland culture and valuesTake ownership in ensuring that all initiatives that are put in place are agreed with key stakeholders and are defined against clear goals and objectivesDesign and deliver wide-ranging solutions that are in line with identified needs and business requirementsReview and discuss feedback with key stakeholders to ensure that all outcomes are appropriately captured, and any technical or process recommendations are madeAttend relevant key stakeholder meetings providing specialist expertise and guidanceDevelop and deliver a strategic technological vision and direction for Oak FurniturelandLead and manage the QA, Development, DevOps, and IT support teams to deliver software and infrastructure that meets the needs of users and that are cost effectiveWork effectively with team managers to ensure delivery against agreed prioritiesImplement mechanisms to monitor, manage and provide progress on all software development activitiesBe accountable for the quality of delivery software development projects and uptime of our systemsCreate, implement, and maintain a continuous improvement plan for software development and infrastructureKeep up to date with the latest technologies and where appropriate identify and recommend if there could be a benefitCollaborate with the users to evaluate and identify technology platforms for delivering the company''s products and internal servicesEnsure that technology standards and best practices are maintained across the companyBe responsible for planning work for themselves and others against objectives set in agreement with the Head of TechnologyReport to and meet with the Head of Technology regularlyCommunicate and ensure engagement of Oak Furnitureland technology strategies internally and within the user communityEnsure effective internal communications both within the IT teams and across the organisationQualifications / Experience

Strong financial, commercial, and business acumenExperience in a senior leadership role and ability to motivate a teamStrong agile practisesExperience managing cloud-based technologiesA high level of SQL skills to support in-depth data analysis and problem solving - ideally in a MySQL environmentA solid understanding of web applications including security implications, session management, caching, and best practice development approachesExperience defining and building robust software development architectureExperience with modern frontend and backend web technologiesExperience with cloud technologies including AWSExperience with modern operating systemsExperience with relational databasesExperience designing software solutions that meet user needs and solve business problemsExperience leading development teamsAbility to articulate and gain engagement for ideasAbility to motivate in a team-orientated, collaborative environmentBenefits

Employee discount: amazing discounts available on all Oak Furnitureland products after successful completion of probationLife assurance: free cover of a minimum of two times your annual salary up to the age of 6525 days holiday per year plus bank holidaysBirthday: an additional day off for you to celebrate your birthdayHybrid workingPension: 4% employee contribution matched by the companyEmployee Assistance Programme: gives all employees access to both telephone and face-to-face counselling servicesMy Rewards Programme: offers discounts on everything from restaurants and supermarkets, to entertainment and holidaysFree on-site ..... full job details .....