Head of Software

2 weeks ago

Cambridge UK, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Singular Recruitment Full time

Head of Software


We are currently searching for a Head of Software on behalf of one of our key clients in Cambridge that is going through a significant round of growth.


As the selected Head of Software, you’ll be responsible for leading, developing and managing a talented software group working on next generation wireless products that will be supplied to a global client base.


The role includes five direct reports made up of Team/Technical Leaders and a wider group of up to fifty Software Engineers.


Key responsibilities for the role of Head of Software will include:


  • Leading and managing a talented pool of software engineers to deliver innovative solutions, define, and execute on software development programmes.
  • Guiding and supporting the team in the continuous improvement of Agile development practices
  • Developing and delivering a strategic technological vision for software development
  • Collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure delivery against agreed current and future priorities
  • Implement mechanisms to monitor, manage and provide progress on all software development activities
  • Ensuring all software development projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Taking responsibility for departmental and project budget forecasting, estimation, and control.
  • Creation, implementation and monitoring of a continuous improvement plan for software development
  • Ensuring that the skills and experience of the Software team is consistent with business needs


As the selected Head of Software, your experience should include the following:


  • At least five years in a management role
  • A background in embedded software within a product development environment
  • A thorough understanding SW development processes and tools including elements such as Version/Configuration Management, Issue tracking tools, CI/CD, SAST and SCA
  • Experience of managing departmental budgets
  • Exceptional organisational, interpersonal and project management skills
  • Experience with mentoring & coaching, performance management, technical arbitration, workforce and resource planning. ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • An analytical thinker with a logical and methodical approach to identifying issues and solutions
  • Experience with developing, implementing, monitoring and reporting KPI’s
  • The ability to inspire a culture of continuous improvement


Highly Desirable:


  • Knowledge of telecommunications solutions such as 4G/5G


This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of Software ready for a fresh new challenge


Please get in touch if you would like to explore further or have any questions regarding the role or company.


Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

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