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Associate Director | Tech & Product Exec Search | PE/VC | Advisory at Oliver Bernard Search
Title: Head of Software Engineering
Are you passionate about leading teams, driving technical excellence, and delivering innovative software solutions? Our PE-backed client is looking for an experienced leader to manage and inspire a new cross-functional Agile team. If you're ready to drive quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment, this role could be for you!
Key Responsibilities:
* Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team focused on delivering value to customers
* Plan strategically to align technical capabilities with current and future business needs
* Manage a team of 7 employees + external suppliers and agencies
* Optimize product development processes and ensure smooth project execution
* Provide guidance and set clear, achievable objectives for the team, supporting their professional growth
* Oversee resource planning and maintain strong internal and external relationships
* Collaborate on business cases and be a part of the Product Senior Leadership Group
* Drive the adoption of best practices in estimation, release planning, and progress communication
Skills & Experience:
* Deep expertise in software development practices (TDD/BDD)
* Proficient in front-end, back-end, database, and mobile app development
* Excellent communication, commercial awareness, and negotiation skills
* Experience coaching, mentoring, and managing the full development lifecycle
* Expert in Agile/Scrum methodologies
Success Metrics:
* Delivery of high-quality products
* Employee retention and engagement
* Effective communication across teams
* Technical excellence with a focus on legacy system migration and debt reduction
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for engineering excellence and a track record of delivering impactful tech solutions, please apply!
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
* Industries: Internet Marketplace Platforms and Retail
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