Head of Engineering — In‑House AI & Platform Leader

Boundless by CSMA; Brighton; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A member organization for public sector workers seeks a Head of Engineering to drive the transition to an in-house engineering model. This role focuses on building teams, shaping technology choices, and embedding AI practices. Candidates should have strong leadership experience, a solid foundation in software engineering, and a desire to improve how technology supports the business. The position is hybrid, located in Brighton, and offers an opportunity to significantly impact the organization with real ambition.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading engineering teams and driving change.
• Familiarity with product-led development and agile practices.
• Ability to challenge existing technology choices and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition from outsourced to in-house engineering.
• Shape teams and technology choices while promoting a culture of ownership.
• Ensure security and compliance are managed effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Software engineering

Tools

Java

.NET

React

Job description

A member organization for public sector workers seeks a Head of Engineering to drive the transition to an in-house engineering model. This role focuses on building teams, shaping technology choices, and embedding AI practices. Candidates should have strong leadership experience, a solid foundation in software engineering, and a desire to improve how technology supports the business. The position is hybrid, located in Brighton, and offers an opportunity to significantly impact the organization with real ambition.