Head of Software Engineering (NodeJS, SaaS)
Akkodis
Cotgrave, United Kingdom
2 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Senior Compensation
£ 80KJob location
Remote
Cotgrave, United Kingdom
Tech stack
JavaScript
Agile Methodologies
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
JIRA
Azure
Bootstrap
Software as a Service
Cloud Computing
Node.js
Scrum
Software Engineering
TypeScript
React
React
Job description
- Lead, motivate, and inspire the software engineering team
- Execute and define the technical roadmap in alignment with business goals
- Champion Agile practices and lead sprint planning sessions
- Implement and oversee QA processes, including adopting automation frameworks
- Collaborate closely with the CTO, Head of Product, and Head of Operations
- Drive continuous improvements within the engineering processes and team dynamics
- Work on evolving the flagship SaaS product and potential new technologies like AI
Technologies:
- AWS
- Azure
- Cloud
- CTO
- JIRA
- JavaScript
- NodeJS
- AI
- Bootstrap
- React
- Redux
- TypeScript
Requirements
- Proven experience in a software engineering leadership role
- Strong background in NodeJS and ReactJS development
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire engineering teams
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly Azure, and experience with other cloud technologies like AWS
- Advocate for Agile methodologies, including experience with sprint planning and tools like Jira
- Knowledge of QA processes and automation frameworks
- Previous hands-on experience with JavaScript and related technologies
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
About the company
We are a market-leading technology company based in South Yorkshire, looking for a Head of Software Engineering to join our team. Our flagship SaaS product is currently serving over 500 customers across the UK and Europe, and we are excited about our multi-year roadmap ahead. We offer a flexible working environment, allowing you to work in the office two days a week and remotely three days a week. You will join an innovative and passionate team, working closely with key stakeholders to deliver exceptional technology solutions.