Head of Software Development

Verso Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Software Development to lead an in-house team within a fast-growing organization. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in software development and 2 years in a leadership role. Responsibilities include driving architectural decisions, overseeing cloud infrastructure, and mentoring developers. Competitive salary of £70,000 to £90,000 per year offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software development, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Strong background in managing software architecture, team performance, and delivery quality.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a small, high-performing software team.

Responsibilities

• Drive architectural decisions across all software systems.
• Review code and provide technical sign-off for new features.
• Oversee cloud infrastructure to ensure performance and reliability.
• Contribute directly to key development projects.

Skills

TypeScript

Node.js

PHP (Laravel/Nova)

React

React Native

Python

SQL

Postgres

Redis

AWS

GCP

Git

Postman

JIRA

Confluence

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Head of Software Development

Location: Bedford

Salary: £70,000 £90,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Office-based

Lead the Innovation: Driving Software Excellence in a Growing Technology Business

We re looking for an experienced and hands‑on Head of Software Development to lead a talented in‑house software team within a fast‑growing technology manufacturer.

This pivotal role combines strategic leadership with technical depth, ideal for someone who wants to shape architecture, ensure delivery quality, and remain involved at the code level. You ll collaborate closely with the Director of Engineering to define software strategy, oversee project execution, and ensure the reliability and scalability of the company s cloud, mobile, and digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive architectural decisions across all software systems (cloud, mobile, and API layers).
• Review code and provide final technical sign‑off for new features and fixes.
• Oversee cloud infrastructure (AWS and GCP) to ensure performance and reliability.
• Contribute directly to key development projects as a senior individual contributor.

Delivery, Quality & Planning

• Own the software development workflow, including task management (JIRA) and documentation (Confluence).
• Translate business goals into clear, actionable technical plans.
• Define and manage testing and release strategies, ensuring robust and stable deployments.
• Mentor developers, enforce coding standards, and promote best practices.

You ll have deep experience in:

• Languages & Frameworks: TypeScript, Node.js, PHP (Laravel/Nova), React, React Native, Python, SQL, Postgres, Redis.
• Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (ECS, IoT Core, Lambda, Redshift, Cognito) and GCP (BigQuery, Firebase, Cloud Functions, Pub/Sub).
• Tools & Processes: Git, Postman, JIRA, Confluence, and automated testing tools.

About You

• 5+ years in software development, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Strong background in managing software architecture, team performance, and delivery quality.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a small, high‑performing software team.
• Degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Desirable

• Certifications in cloud architecture, project management, or testing frameworks.
• Experience within IoT, smart devices, or connected product environments.
• Exposure to hardware-software integration or embedded systems.

If you re a technically strong, delivery-focused leader ready to shape the software direction of an innovative technology business, we d love to hear from you.

Apply now

Contact: Lewis Phillips