Head of Software Engineering

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000

Job description

Head of Software Engineering
London - 4 Days On-site
£120,000 - £160,000 + Equity + Private Healthcare + Unlimited Annual Leave

This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of Software Engineering with strong team management experience within a Series A start-up environment where you will play a key role in product development, laying the foundations for future developers to build upon.

This company is a platform designed to simplify the hiring process for businesses and allow individuals to find flexible work opportunities. By connecting businesses with skilled professionals for short-term staffing needs, this innovative solution optimises workforce efficiency.

In this varied role, you will be responsible for working closely with the CEO, CTO, and Directors to help build a clear and strategic plan for future product development. This role will entail a split of both hands-on Flutter and Python mobile app development while simultaneously leading and mentoring a team of developers. Ensuring that projects stay within timeframes and maintaining a high level of quality are key aspects of the role that will help the business stay on track to over-achieve its targets and aspirations.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing high-performance teams within a Series A Start-up and be well adapted to a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, while simultaneously having a very strong technical background, focusing on hands-on mobile development. In-depth knowledge of Flutter (Dart) or Python (Django) across Full Stack development is required to support on product development when needed and assist in the upskill and mentoring of Junior Staff. Lastly, a strong understanding of DevOps Principles and AWS will be a necessity for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Software Engineering to join a company at an exciting time of growth within a role offering a great benefits package and collaborative working environment.

The Role:

• Product Strategy
• Mobile Development (Flutter or Python)
• Team Leadership
• Project Delivery

The Person:

• Proven track record managing a team within a Series A Start-up.
• Background in Full Stack Mobile App Development.
• Required to have a very strong knowledge of Flutter (Dart) or Python (Django).
• Experience within a similar role (Head of Software, Software Manager, Director of Software, Technical Director, CTO etc.)

Reference Number: BBBH251253

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.