Head of Application Engineering and Architecture

Vector Resourcing Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a visionary Head of Application Engineering and Architecture to spearhead their software engineering and architecture teams. This senior leadership position is pivotal in driving the development of scalable and high-performance applications that align with the organization's strategic goals. You will lead a talented team, fostering innovation and collaboration while managing the complete application development lifecycle. If you have a strong background in architectural leadership and a passion for delivering complex software solutions, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in leadership roles with architectural focus.
• Proven track record in managing and delivering complex software projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams of engineers, architects, and QAs.
• Oversee the entire application development lifecycle from design to maintenance.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for their impact on the organization's architecture.

Skills

Leadership

Software Engineering

Solution Architecture

Quality Assurance

Microservices

API-first Design

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

• Head of Application Engineering and Architecture

Head of Application Engineering and Architecture

Added 23rd January 2025

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Head of Application Engineering and Architecture to lead and manage our software engineering, solution architecture, and QA teams. This is a senior leadership role, reporting to the IT Director, and is critical to delivering scalable, high-performance applications that support the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

1. Lead, mentor, and manage teams of technical leads, software engineers, solution architects, and QAs.
2. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
3. Oversee recruitment, training, and development of team members to build a high-performing workforce.
4. Manage the entire application development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
5. Stay abreast of emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on the organisation’s technology stack and architecture.

Qualifications

1. Several years of experience in similar roles, demonstrating architectural leadership at solution and enterprise levels.
2. Proven track record of managing and delivering complex software projects.
3. Strong knowledge of modern architectural approaches, including evolutionary architecture, microservices, and API-first design.