Director of Engineering (Belfast, NI)

ZipRecruiter; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead and scale their product-focused engineering function. This strategic role involves shaping the technical roadmap while fostering a culture of innovation and transparency across engineering teams. The successful candidate will possess significant experience in software engineering leadership and a strong background in relevant programming languages.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software engineering leadership, with experience at Director level.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams of 10+ engineers.
• Strong background in Java, C#, or C++.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of engineers across full-stack product areas.
• Champion best practices in Agile, DevOps, and software craftsmanship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align delivery with business goals.

Skills

Leadership

Java

C#

C++

Agile

Lean

Kanban

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Are you a seasoned tech leader ready to drive meaningful impact in a fast-paced, high-growth environment? We're partnering with a cutting-edge FinTech company that is transforming the way merchants operate. They're now seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead and scale their product-focused engineering function.

The Opportunity:

This role will enable the successful candidate to actively shape the technical roadmap, build high-performing teams, and influence business outcomes at a strategic level. You'll join a mission-driven company that champions small, empowered teams and thrives on delivering real value to its customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow a team of engineers across full-stack product areas
• Champion best practices in Agile, DevOps, and software craftsmanship
• Drive team performance through mentoring, continuous feedback, and a strong engineering culture
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align delivery with business goals
• Evolve engineering practices and architecture with a focus on scalability, simplicity, and quality
• Foster a transparent, trusting culture that promotes innovation and learning

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years in software engineering leadership, plus expereince at Director level or above
• Experience leading cross-functional teams of 10+ engineers
• Strong background in Java, C#, or C++
• Passion for Lean/Kanban methodologies and agile transformation
• Experience in mentoring new managers and scaling engineering functions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Does this role sound like your next challenge? Apply now or contact Aoife Quinn at [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

*N.B. All applicants MUST be located in Northern Ireland.