Senior Engineering Manager / Head of Software Location: South Bristol (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week) Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum Start Date: ASAP About the Role: We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager / Head of Software for our client based in South Bristol. This is a hands-on, strategic leadership opportunity where you will have the chance to build and lead a software development function from the ground up, contributing to the growth and future direction of the company. You'll play a pivotal role in transitioning legacy projects, bringing development in-house, and building an internal development team. This role offers the potential to grow into a CTO position as the company expands. Key Responsibilities: Team Building & Leadership: Lead the recruitment, mentorship, and management of a high-performing software development team. Collaborate with third-party vendors to manage the transition to in-house development. Technical Strategy & Execution: Plan, execute, and deliver software projects that align with business goals. Manage risks, track progress, and ensure timely delivery. Technical Leadership: Establish and enforce development standards and best practices. Evaluate and integrate new technologies to support both technical and business roadmaps. Provide technical oversight through code reviews and technical stand-ups. Preferred Skills and Experience: (Not all are essential, but ideal candidates will stand out with the following.) Proven experience setting up a software development function from scratch. Hands-on coding abilities with experience leading code reviews and daily stand-ups. Strong background in team recruitment, building, and scaling. Working knowledge of web development technologies: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, XSLT, SQL Server. Experience with major digital transformations, especially in bringing development in-house. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work with third-party vendors. Experience in setting up technical roadmaps, strategy, and software architecture. Benefits: Flexible Hybrid working arrangement Competitive salary with potential progression to CTO as the company grows. Opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing company's software development strategy. 25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays Pension