Head of Software

2 days ago

Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time £70,000 - £90,000 per year

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

Technical Leadership & Architecture

  • 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, , 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

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