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Head of Software Engineering

Circle Recruitment
Posted a day ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 8AG, England

Salary

£70,000 - £85,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance

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  • The Head of Engineering position in Cambridge requires at least 3 years of experience managing a software team and offers a starting salary of £70,000 - £85,000 per annum.
  • This role involves leading a team of engineers to develop and deploy innovative software solutions that align with the organization's mission to protect vulnerable people.
  • Candidates should have experience with C#, .NET technologies, front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and Microsoft Azure, along with project management skills.
  • The position is hybrid, requiring in-office attendance once a week, and includes benefits such as a cost of living bonus, 25 days holiday, and a pension scheme.
  • This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful societal change while enhancing technical skills in a dynamic not-for-profit environment.

Head of Engineering - Hybrid - Cambridge

Head of Engineering - Software Development Manager - C#, Azure , .NET - Backend - Project Management - HTML - Scrum - CSS - Software Development

Are you a visionary leader passionate about using technology to drive positive change? Do you want to make a real difference in the world through innovative software solutions? Join a dynamic not-for-profit organization as the Head of Software Engineering and help them shape the future!

As the Head of Engineering, you will lead a talented team of engineers, driving the development and deployment of innovative software solutions. You will play a crucial role in shaping their technical strategy, ensuring projects align with their mission and deliver real-world impact. You will be required to come into the office once a week.

Their works helps protect vulnerable people and have been credited with saving lives - and it needs you.

In return achieve a real sense of gratification and reward as you will be contributing to society solving relatable real-life issues much bigger than you or the company itself.

The client is offering a great opportunity to not only work with the latest technologies and to enhance your technical skills but to be a part of the rewarding nature of the day-to-day operations.

Key Skills the Head of Engineering will have:

  • At least 3 years experience being head of or managing a software team.
  • Previous experience with C# and .NET technologies
  • Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS)
  • Good experience with Microsoft Azure
  • Project management experience
  • Exposure to CI/CD technologies

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a team of passionate software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from ideation to deployment and maintenance.
  • Develop and implement technical strategies that align with their mission and organisational goals.
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and stakeholders, to define project requirements and deliverables.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating best practices into their development processes.
  • Mentor and support team members in their professional growth and development.

Company benefits:

  • Starting salary of £70,000 - £85,000 per annum
  • Cost of living bonus - Was 3.5% last year
  • 25 days holiday (3 including Christmas shutdown period) + public bank holiday's
  • Pension Scheme (5% Employee, 3% employer)
  • Life Assurance
  • Private Health Care
  • Cycle To Work Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free Parking
  • Death in Service x3
  • 2 company away days - BBQ's, team building

If you are ready to lead a talented team and drive meaningful change through technology, I want to hear from you! Please submit your CV to peter.hutchins @ circlerecruitment.com

Head of Engineering - Software Development Manager - C# - Azure , .NET - Backend - Project Management - HTML - Scrum - CSS - Software Development

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