Head of Software Engineering

Onyx-Conseil; London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Head of Software Engineering to lead product development and manage a high-performance team. This role involves hands-on mobile development using Flutter or Python, ensuring project delivery, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in a Series A startup and a strong technical background. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including equity and private healthcare.

Benefits

Equity

Private Healthcare

Unlimited Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a team within a Series A startup.
• Strong knowledge of Flutter (Dart) or Python (Django).
• Experience in a similar leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic plan for future product development.
• Lead and mentor a team of developers.
• Ensure projects stay within timeframes and maintain high quality.

Skills

Team Leadership

Mobile Development

Adaptability

DevOps Principles

Tools

Flutter

Python

AWS

Job description

Head of Software Engineering
London - 4 Days On-site
£120,000 - £160,000 + Equity + Private Healthcare + Unlimited Annual Leave

This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of Software Engineering with strong team management experience within a Series A start-up environment. You will play a key role in product development, laying the foundations for future developers to build upon.

This company is a platform designed to simplify the hiring process for businesses and enable individuals to find flexible work opportunities. By connecting businesses with skilled professionals for short-term staffing needs, this innovative solution optimizes workforce efficiency.

In this varied role, you will work closely with the CEO, CTO, and Directors to develop a clear and strategic plan for future product development. The role involves a split of hands-on Flutter and Python mobile app development, along with leading and mentoring a team of developers. Ensuring projects stay within timeframes and maintaining high quality are key responsibilities that will help the business achieve its targets and aspirations.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing high-performance teams within a Series A startup and be adaptable to a fast-paced, changing environment. A strong technical background in hands-on mobile development is essential, with in-depth knowledge of Flutter (Dart) or Python (Django) across full-stack development to support product development and mentor junior staff. Additionally, a solid understanding of DevOps principles and AWS is required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company at an exciting time, offering a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative working environment.

The Role:

• Product Strategy
• Mobile Development (Flutter or Python)
• Team Leadership
• Project Delivery

The Person:

• Proven experience managing a team within a Series A startup
• Background in full-stack mobile app development
• Strong knowledge of Flutter (Dart) or Python (Django)
• Experience in a similar leadership role (Head of Software, Software Manager, Director of Software, Technical Director, CTO)

Reference Number: BBBH251253

To apply or for further information, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment.

This vacancy is advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd., an employment agency. Please note that only candidates with valid legal permits or rights to work in the UK will be considered. Candidates without such permits should not apply.