Head of Software Engineering

Position: Head of Software Engineering

Location: South-East London

Salary: Up to £100K

Our client is a fast-growing membership organization within the entertainment industry, offering members exclusive daily chances to win luxury prizes, including high-end cars, dream holidays, and significant cash rewards. With a mission to enhance members' lives, they provide a diverse range of rewards, exclusive content, and unforgettable experiences, all at an accessible cost. Supported by experienced industry leaders, the company has seen impressive growth, recently doubling its active membership and tripling the size of its team within the past year.

The Role
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivational Head of Software Engineering to lead their Development team. You will collaborate closely with the CTO and Product Manager to drive innovation and establish their position as a leading player in the sector.

Key Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of commercial development experience, with hands-on expertise in bespoke software development.
• Experience in:
  • Subscription management systems
  • Building payment systems from the ground up, including tokenization and identity verification
  • Payment orchestration

Required Skills:

• Proficient in SQL-based databases
• Familiar with PHP, AWS, JavaScript, LAMP frameworks, and Docker
• Proven experience in contributing to and executing multi-year development roadmaps
• Ability to manage teams using Agile methodologies, including tools like JIRA and GitLab
• Strong communication skills, punctuality, and a commitment to mentoring team members
• Capability to evaluate systems for procurement decisions and provide clear, jargon-free reports to leadership
• Attention to detail and a collaborative mindset

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of frameworks such as Vue or React
• Experience with white-label or multi-territory consumer websites

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the team by delivering high-quality code and enhancing productivity
• Promote professional discipline and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure the engineering division aligns with company strategy
• Support the hiring and retention of top talent
• Manage project timelines, estimations, and deadlines
• Ensure robust security measures are in place
• Proactively identify potential issues and mitigate risks

Additional Information:

• Full-time position based in Greater London, with access to nearby transport options.

Benefits:

• 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Company-wide rewards scheme
• Hybrid working model (minimum 3 days in the office)
• Memberships with relevant partners
• Employer pension contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Collaborative work environment
• Company-provided Apple laptop

If you would like to know more about this role, contact Nyomi at