Head of Engineering - Hybrid in York
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Engineering to lead our development team, drive technical excellence, and ensure the successful delivery of our software products. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in the Microsoft technology stack and a strong background in software architecture, team leadership, and agile development methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic direction and technical leadership for engineering teams working with the Microsoft tech stack (Azure, .NET, C#, SQL Server, Power Platform, etc.).
* Lead, mentor, and grow a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
* Oversee the design and development of scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions.
* Promote agile best practices, DevOps culture, and CI/CD pipelines to improve efficiency and product quality.
* Work closely with product managers, designers, and business leaders to align technical initiatives with business goals.
* Define and implement the technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with industry trends and company objectives.
* Drive performance improvements across applications and infrastructure, leveraging cloud-native services.
Qualifications & Experience:
* 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
* Expertise in the Microsoft technology stack, including .NET (C#), ASP.NET, Azure services, SQL Server, and related tools.
* Experience with modern software architecture patterns such as microservices, event-driven architecture, and serverless computing.
* Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices, including CI/CD, (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates).
* Experience leading and scaling agile development teams.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* A passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent.
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to shape the technical vision and strategy of a growing company.
* Work with a highly talented and motivated team.
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Access to cutting-edge Microsoft technologies and cloud solutions.
* Support for professional growth and learning opportunities.
If you’re a passionate and experienced engineering leader who thrives in a Microsoft-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now!
Must be located in or around York as this role is Hybrid.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Software Development
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