Head of Engineering / Director of Software Development –
SaaS, IoT, Industrial Systems
Salary:
Up To £140,000 + Equity
Working Arrangments:
Hybrid - Uxbridge
We are partnering with an innovative digital solutions provider to appoint a Director of Software Development/ Head of Engineering. This is a senior leadership role for a proven technology leader with deep expertise in Python, Django, SaaS platforms, IoT, and Hybrid Digital Twin solutions.
About The Company
The company delivers an advanced AI-driven platform for the manufacturing and process industries, helping organisations accelerate digital transformation and Industry 4.0 adoption. Their system uniquely co-optimises operational efficiency, product quality, sustainability, and circularity, enabling balanced decision-making across both discrete and continuous processes. With a strong track record in solving real-world industrial challenges, from improving throughput to reducing operational costs and lowering carbon footprint, they support sectors including manufacturing, electronics, optics and lasers, food and beverage, chemical, construction, and water and wastewater, operating globally with offices in the UK, Germany, and the UAE.
The Role
As Director of Software Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation's technical strategy and delivery. Working closely with the Product Line Manager, you will be responsible for building and scaling the engineering function to meet ambitious growth plans. Together, you will define product roadmaps, translate business needs into technical solutions, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, scalable software.
You'll be expected to establish best practice across engineering, lead architectural modernisation, and ensure timely delivery across cloud, edge, and on-premises deployments. Alongside your strategic responsibilities, you'll remain close enough to the technology to provide hands-on oversight and technical credibility with the team.
Is this the right role for you?
This opportunity may not be suitable if:
• You prefer to focus only on coding and are not interested in strategic leadership responsibilities
• You are looking for a highly structured corporate environment rather than a fast-growing, innovative organisation
• You are uncomfortable with working across different deployment models (cloud, edge, on-premises) and adapting to complex industrial systems
• You are not confident building and scaling teams in partnership with product leadership
This opportunity could be ideal if:
• You enjoy combining hands-on technical oversight with setting long-term engineering strategy
• You are motivated by the challenge of building and leading high-performing teams from the ground up
• You want to work with cutting-edge technologies such as SaaS, IoT, Hybrid Digital Twins, and AI-driven platforms
• You thrive in environments where technology directly impacts sustainability, operational efficiency, and real-world industrial challenges
• You are excited by the chance to influence both the technical direction and the growth of a pioneering organisation with global reach
Key Responsibilities
• Build and scale a high-performing engineering team in partnership with the Product Line Manager
• Define and deliver the software development roadmap, ensuring alignment with product priorities and business outcomes
• Lead, mentor, and inspire engineers, creating a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and innovation
• Oversee Python/Django-based architecture, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability
• Drive adoption of secure coding practices, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and peer reviews
• Collaborate with product, operations, and clients to deliver solutions that meet operational and regulatory needs
• Balance technical debt reduction with new feature development to ensure long-term platform resilience
Key Requirements - Non Negotiables:
• 10+ years in software engineering with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in Python, Django, and scalable architecture
• Experience delivering SaaS platforms, IoT systems, and Hybrid Digital Twin solutions (bonus)
• Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams
Why Apply
This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of digital transformation. You will not only shape the technical direction of cutting-edge SaaS and IoT solutions, but also have the chance to build and develop a talented engineering team alongside the Product Manager.