Head of Software

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Head of Software Engineering | South West (Hybrid) | 12-month FTCWe’re partnered with a fast-growing UK technology business with a strong reputation in their market and ambitious growth plans, they’re now looking for a Head of Software Engineering to lead their engineering function and shape the future of their platform.This is a senior leadership role, overseeing a team of engineers and technical leads while setting the strategic direction for engineering excellence. You’ll drive best practices, ensure scalability and security, and work closely with product, design, and delivery teams to bring innovative, high-traffic digital products to life.Responsibilities

Oversee the engineering function and set strategic direction for engineering excellence.Drive best practices to ensure scalability, security, and high-quality software delivery.Collaborate with product, design, and delivery teams to bring innovative, high-traffic digital products to life.Qualifications

Strong background in distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native architectureExperience working with high-traffic platforms, ideally e-commerce or booking systemsDeep knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), and AWS/Azure/GCPFamiliarity with payments, PCI compliance, and search/recommendation toolingProven leadership experience managing senior engineers and technical teamsStrong advocate for Agile, Lean, and DevOps practicesExcellent communicator, able to influence across technical and non-technical stakeholdersBonus: experience in leisure, travel, or other seasonal product businessesBenefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday offGenerous staff discounts on products and servicesVolunteer day to give back to a cause you care aboutHybrid working with regular in-office collaborationLife assurance and wellbeing initiativesSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Information TechnologyIndustries

Travel Arrangements, Internet Marketplace Platforms, and Software ..... full job details .....