Salary: £100,000 - 100,000 per year Requirements: Experience working with founders, boards, and investors Comfort presenting plans and progress at board meetings Proven track record managing teams of ten or more Experience handling the full management cycle including hiring and performance management Previous responsibility for budgets, roadmaps, and architecture Experience managing outsourced teams and building internal capabilities Delivered complex products integrating hardware and embedded software Proficient in C++17 or later, with familiarity in Python and Rust Strong understanding of security standards, particularly ISO 27001 Experience with embedded Linux, drivers, firmware, and ADC pathways Familiarity with Git, CI/CD processes, and automated testing frameworks Knowledge of hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, RS485, Ethernet) Responsibilities: Architect next generation cloud software for civil engineering, security, and defense Build and lead an in-house engineering team Drive transition from outsourced to in-house engineering capabilities Define and deliver on company milestones, roadmaps, and architectures Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Conduct hands-on contributions to coding and software reviews Foster team development and performance management Collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams Technologies: Architect CI/CD Cloud Embedded Ethernet Firmware Git Hardware Linux Python Rust Security Arduino BitBucket Confluence FPGA GitHub JIRA Jenkins Sensor Fusion Selenium VHDL More: We are one of the UKs most innovative, VC-backed scaleups, seeking a Head of Software Engineering to join our Birmingham office. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of quantum technology. We provide competitive salaries alongside 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Private Medical Insurance, a 5% pension contribution, Death in Service benefits, EMI Share Options, free parking, and on-site cafe facilities. You will play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge products while working with a dedicated team. last updated 6 week of 2026