Director of product and engineering

Director of Product Engineering (Experiences)

Flexible Hybrid (with regular time in key BBC locations like Salford, Leeds, Harrogate, Cardiff, Manchester, Newcastle or London)

Permanent Role

About the Role

We're looking for a senior engineering leader to join the BBC at a transformative moment in our digital journey. This role isn't just about owning the experience layer across mobile, web and TV - it's about shaping how 400+ engineers collaborate, innovate, and deliver seamless digital products that truly serve our audiences, wherever they are.

As Director of Product Engineering (Experiences), you'll lead with deep technical credibility and a visible, people-first presence. You'll work cross-functionally with product, design and delivery peers - as well as the wider Technology & Product Group - to build modern, resilient platforms and drive transformation at scale.

You'll be a core part of the BBC's future as they look ahead to 2027 and beyond - ensuring they don't just keep pace, but lead.

Who We're Looking For

We're after someone who can do more than manage, someone who can lead, influence and inspire. The ideal person is:

1. A T-shaped leader - someone who brings deep engineering expertise and breadth of vision to connect dots across disciplines, systems and teams.
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