Head of Development

Henderson Scott; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS company in Scotland is looking for a Head of Development to enhance their digital function. This leadership role requires a strategic individual experienced in team development and technical direction. You'll oversee a talented group of developers and QA professionals, aligning software solutions with the company’s long-term objectives. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working model: 3 days a week in the Glasgow office

Qualifications

• Experience in SaaS development leadership role.
• Strong understanding of modern development practices.
• Passionate about building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cross-functional development teams.
• Oversee QA operations and promote quality culture.
• Guide architectural decisions across all projects.

Skills

Team Development

Technical Direction

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Stakeholder Management

Continuous Improvement

Education

Proven experience in a senior development leadership role

Tools

React

.NET Core

Node.js

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

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Our client, a well-established SaaS business with a strong reputation in its sector, is seeking a strategic and people-focused Head of Development to lead their digital function. This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone who excels in team development, technical direction, and cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will oversee a talented team of developers and QA professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions that align with the company's long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

Our client, a well-established SaaS business with a strong reputation in its sector, is seeking a strategic and people-focused Head of Development to lead their digital function. This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone who excels in team development, technical direction, and cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will oversee a talented team of developers and QA professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions that align with the company's long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support cross-functional development teams (Frontend: React/JavaScript, Backend: Node.js/.NET Core)
• Oversee QA operations and promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders (Creative Director, Head of Product, Head of Delivery) to align technical delivery with business strategy
• Provide mentorship and career development support through regular 1:1s and performance reviews
• Guide architectural decisions and ensure best practices are followed across all projects
• Contribute to project planning and delivery in partnership with UX, Design, and Project Management teams
  
  

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in a senior development leadership role within a SaaS environment
• Strong technical understanding of modern development practices and tools (React, TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic thinker with a collaborative approach and a focus on continuous improvement
• Passionate about building and nurturing high-performing teams
  
  

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 per annum
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working model: 3 days per week in the Glasgow office

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and respected SaaS company where your leadership will play a central role in shaping the future of their digital platforms. For more information or to apply, please get in touch.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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