Head of Development required by a market-leading, award-winning business to lead their software development function in Swindon. This hybrid role offers 2-3 days per week on-site with flexibility. This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the delivery and quality of all software development projects. The successful candidate will lead a team of developers, ensuring technical excellence, innovative solutions, and alignment with business objectives. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in development. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage development, QA, DevOps, and IT support teams to deliver high-quality software and infrastructure. * Define and implement strategic software development plans in line with organisational goals. * Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. * Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify requirements, review outcomes, and provide guidance. * Monitor project progress and implement continuous improvement initiatives. * Stay up to date with emerging technologies and recommend beneficial solutions. * Maintain adherence to technology standards and best practices across all development teams. * Communicate technology strategies clearly to internal teams and across the organisation. Skills and Experience * Proven experience in senior leadership roles, with the ability to motivate and manage high-performing teams. * Strong commercial and business acumen. * Expertise in agile methodologies and cloud-based technologies (AWS experience desirable). * Advanced SQL skills for data analysis and problem solving. * Solid understanding of web application development, security, session management, and best practices. * Experience designing robust software architectures and delivering scalable solutions. * Proficiency with modern frontend and backend technologies, relational databases, and operating systems. * Strong communication skills and ability to engage teams in a collaborative environment. Benefits * Competitive salary with annual review * Flexible hybrid working * Generous holiday allowance plus an extra day for your birthday * Employee discount schemes * Life assurance cover * Pension with company contributions * Employee Assistance Programme with counselling services * Access to rewards and discount programmes * Free on-site parking This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled development leader to take ownership of a dynamic team and shape the delivery of innovative software solutions