Head of Software Engineering

Nottingham Source: WhatJobs

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Express Recruitment are proud to be supporting one of Nottingham’s longest established software companies. Due to a recent company merger and exciting customer growth on a global scale, our client is seeking the addition of a Head of Software Engineering to manage a multi‑disciplined team of Software Engineers, whilst spearheading the delivery of global software development projects.

In return, you can expect to receive a generous starting salary between £70,000 to £80,000, plus a non‑contractual annual bonus opportunity, health cash plan, 6% pension, salary sacrifice car scheme, potential hybrid working options, paid overtime and genuine opportunities for personal development and career progression.

Skills & Experience

Degree qualified in Software Engineering or similar field
Demonstratable proficiency in either C/C++, C# .NET, VB.NET or APIs)
Willingness to learn legacy C code (company willing to fund training for the right candidate)
Proficient user of SQL Servers for database optimisations and deployments
Knowledge of XML, JSON and RESTful APIs for ongoing integration works
Proven work experience within a Windows environment (e.g. WinForms, WPF)
Demonstrable hands‑on experience with Visual Studio
Proven ability to lead and inspire a team of Full Stack Software Developers
Experience in performance and conflict management preferred
Trained in executing sprint plans and coaching Agile methodologies
Passionate about embracing emerging software technologies

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and coach a team of up to 15 Software Engineers and Developers, whilst promoting a positive and collaborative work culture
Taking ownership for the kick‑start and endpoint delivery of software related projects
Oversee the full development lifecycle, from planning and development to testing, deployment and daily BAU activities
Chair software code review meetings with wider development team and ensure code is accurate, future‑proof, scalable and in full adherence to best practices
Work collaboratively with the Technical Product Director to review software architecture and put contingency plans in place for future innovations regarding the implementation of modern software technologies
Provide hands‑on software development support when required (including legacy systems), including working with languages, frameworks and tools such as Visual Studio, C#, .NET, XML, JSON, SQL, WinForms and WPF
Take the lead on bi‑weekly sprints/ SCRUM meetings and clearly set individual and group objectives as well as outlining project deadlines
Collaborate with the VP and Technical Product Director to plan recruitment needs within the development team, whilst also managing the onboarding process of all new recruits within the team
Analyse and evaluate current work processes and put forward suggestions to improve and streamline business processes and overall efficiency
Carry out scheduled performance reviews, disciplinaries and one‑to‑one training sessions with the Software Engineers
Oversee maintenance and ongoing support of legacy systems, written in VB.NET, C, MVC, SQL and Visual Studio