Overview
Head of Software Development – Hybrid (Basingstoke) – £75k–£90k
Are you a hands-on technical leader ready to shape the future of engineering in a scaling tech business? We’re looking for a Head of Software Development to lead high-performing teams across Development, QA, DevOps, and Support—driving quality, delivery, and innovation.
Responsibilities
* Mentor developers and lead technical reviews to ensure code quality and consistency.
* Own and evolve technical architecture and engineering operating models.
* Drive on-time delivery aligned with quarterly release cycles.
* Collaborate with Product, Delivery, and Sales to align tech execution with business goals.
* Champion engineering standards, security posture, and audit readiness.
* Support career development, succession planning, and team growth.
Qualifications
* Deep technical expertise in .NET Core, C#, Angular/React/Vue, MongoDB, SQL Server, SSIS/SSRS, and enterprise tools like Kendo UI.
* Ability to guide architecture decisions, review code, and ensure robust CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab, Jenkins, Azure DevOps.
* Experience in security-sensitive environments or delivering to regulated financial institutions is a plus.
Location and Opportunity
This is a hybrid role based in Basingstoke, offering the opportunity to influence engineering culture, mentor senior developers, and evolve into a more senior leadership position.
If you’re passionate about clean code, scalable systems, and building high-trust teams—this is your next big move.
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