Head of IT, Lancashire (Hybrid), £75,000 - £80,000 + Bonus
A new Head of IT is needed to join a growing Tech-Driven company in Lancashire, to lead their technology function, drive innovation, and oversee the software development of their SaaS platform.
The new Head of IT will be responsible for setting out the technical direction, aligning IT & Software with commercial objectives and manage a talented team of Software Engineers (working with Typescript, Node, Angular, PHP).
Required Skills & Experience:
* Software Development - Node.js, TypeScript, PHP (Server-side development & microservices), Angular - frontend development.
* Database Management - MongoDB & MySQL
* Cloud – AWS (Cloud infrastructure management) & Distributed Systems (High-availability architecture).
* Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role.
* Strong technical background in software development, architecture, and cloud solutions.
* Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and working with outsourced development partners.
* Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee software development processes, ensuring high-quality and timely releases.
* Improve internal systems and streamline software delivery.
* Provide detailed reporting on team productivity and product performance.
* Manage relationships with third-party development teams.
* Ensure outsourced work aligns with internal quality standards.
If you’re interested in this exciting Head of IT opportunity, please apply with a copy of your CV ASAP, feel free to reach out to me directly on LinkedIn – Richard Thexton, NearTech Search.