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# Head of Software Engineering

- **Company:** Quantum
- **Location:** Lancaster, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £90,000.0 - £110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ASP.NET, JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Algorithm Design, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Microsoft Azure, Mobile Application Development, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Web Applications, Service Stack
- **Published:** September 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gba5f2d83dd031db2f8d20fac2046611d2/eaa

## About the Role

* Proven experience (8+ years) in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
 * Strong quantitative background (physics, mathematics or a closely related discipline)
 * Expertise across our technology stack.
 * Strong engineering fundamentals (testing, design, code quality)
 * Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.

## Description

The Head of Software Engineering will be responsible for leading and managing a multidisciplinary engineering team, with a tech stack spanning (in order of importance):

 * Machine Learning (neural networks, signal processing, computer vision; Python)
 * Advanced algorithm development (Python)
 * Cloud platforms (mainly AWS)
 * Mobile development (iOS & Android)
 * Web App (ASP.Net, JavaScript on Azure)
 * Desktop App (Python)

This senior leadership position requires someone who can be hands on and is still in the code day-to-day. You'll drive technical excellence, foster innovation, encourage continual improvement and deliver high-quality software solutions. Including:

 * Strategic Leadership

 * Drive the simplification and consolidation of our platform, models and algorithms so the business can scale without proportional engineering growth
 * Define the technical vision and strategy for software development in alignment with business objectives.
 * Oversee the development and deployment of scalable, high-performing applications and platforms.
 * Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
 * Team Management

 * Manage, mentor, and inspire a team that includes engineers, machine learning specialists, mathematicians and physicists.
 * Support talent acquisition, retention, and development to ensure a high-performing team.
 * Technical Oversight

 * Provide hands-on technical guidance for complex software development projects, specifically with the application of machine learning and advanced algorithms.
 * Ensure best practices in software development, including code quality, testing, and documentation.
 * Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and ensure successful delivery.


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