Senior Director, Software Solutions, Data and Analytics

FTI Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is looking for a skilled individual to join their Software Solutions team, focusing on bespoke web applications and tech-enabled solutions for clients. The successful candidate will lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation through technology.

Must have a Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field along with several years of experience in web application development and agile methodologies. Opportunities for professional growth and development are provided, alongside a commitment to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Several years of Web Application development experience.
• Experience in leading software teams and Agile ceremonies.

Responsibilities

• Designing, creating, and implementing client-centric web applications.
• Leading software projects and collaborating with other engineers.
• Conducting peer code reviews and promoting updates to production.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Web Application development

Agile methodology

Team collaboration

Mentoring skills

Ability to adapt and manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline

Tools

Angular

React

NestJS

TypeScript

Python

Django

Laravel

AWS

Job description

About The Role

The Software Solutions team is a high‑velocity team that delivers bespoke data‑driven solutions to clients across the business spectrum. As experts in custom web application development, the D&A Software Solutions team delivers tech‑enabled solutions in engagements spanning corporate strategy, litigation, investigations, disputes, compliance, regulatory support, financial crime, fraud, and performance improvement. The team employs a range of modern open‑source and cloud technologies to design, build, and deliver solutions.

This specialized team creates scalable and feature‑rich web applications using a continuously evolving toolkit. Recent solutions have integrated with bespoke AI models, shipped using containerization, and leveraged technologies such as Angular, React, NestJS, TypeScript, Python, Django, Laravel and a wide range of AWS and cloud services. You will have a direct impact on driving innovation by promoting and selecting technologies to meet ever‑changing client needs and evolving industry trends.

What You’ll Do

In this role you will develop in‑depth knowledge of your clients' objectives and challenges in order to design and implement innovative strategies to assist them through their current difficulties and prepare them for the future. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

• Raise awareness in the EMEA region of D&A Software Solutions’ capabilities and service lines through networking and demonstrations to internal partners and clients
• Designing, creating, and implementing client‑centric web applications
• Leading software projects and collaborate daily with fellow software engineers, managers and stakeholders
• Conducting peer code reviews, triaging flaws & promoting updates to production
• Playing an active role in mentoring junior members of the team
• Acting as an evangelist to promote best practice and sharing knowledge both internally and externally
• Analyzing, programming, and testing complex modules (both new and changes to existing programs) from design specifications
• Learning existing applications and designing new tools to improve processes
• Identifying the relationships among multiple sources and types of data and organizing this information to facilitate effective data analysis

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on‑the‑job learning, self‑guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need To Succeed

• Strong communication skills and ability to represent D&A Software Solutions in cross‑segment discussions with leadership, marketing, internal partners, and clients.
• Able to adapt quickly in handling multiple evolving tasks as a result of new engagements and/or re‑prioritized deadlines
• Able to work on a team as well as independently
• Ability to travel to FTI office(s) and client site(s) as needed
• Highly motivated, hard‑working, eager to learn, and able to motivate others
• Able to regularly communicate status to both internal and external clients

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Several years of Web Application development
• Experience leading software teams
• Experience leading Agile ceremonies

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with software development technologies including backend frameworks, frontend frameworks, RESTful APIs, OOP, version control, automated testing, relational databases, programming, web servers and web development
• Competency in IAM principles, SAML, Single Sign-On, authentication and authorization techniques
• Able to produce high quality and/or final work product under strict deadlines
• Flexibility to provide night and weekend coverage when requested

Equal Opportunity Employment

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.