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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Digital / AI / Platform Services - **Company:** BIMM University - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £49,920.0 - £63,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Computing Platforms, Digital Libraries, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Platforms, Enterprise Software Applications, Large Language Models, Generative AI - **Published:** September 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/head-of-digital-services/bimm-university-job108044120 ## About the Role * Significant experience leading digital platforms, software engineering, technology products or AI-enabled services within a complex organisation. * A strong understanding of enterprise applications, platform architecture, systems integration and modern software engineering practices. * Experience delivering digital products and services from discovery and design through to implementation and ongoing enhancement. * Knowledge of generative AI, automation technologies, large language models, APIs and emerging digital tools, and how they can be applied effectively and responsibly. * Experience establishing technical standards and governance approaches that balance innovation with security, resilience and long-term sustainability. * A track record of using technology to solve organisational challenges and deliver measurable outcomes. * Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams, creating a culture of ownership, collaboration and continuous learning. * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. * Experience managing technology suppliers, software vendors and external delivery partners. * Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to assess priorities and make informed decisions. ## Description As Head of Digital, AI & Platform Services, you will lead the strategy, development and ongoing evolution of BIMM University's enterprise platforms, digital products, software engineering capability, Digital Library Services and AI-enabled solutions. Working closely with colleagues across Technology, academic departments and professional services, you will help shape the University's digital ecosystem, ensuring critical platforms remain secure, reliable and aligned with institutional priorities. You will also identify opportunities to use technology, automation and AI to enhance the student and colleague experience and support innovation across the University. This role combines strategic leadership with technical oversight, ensuring digital services continue to evolve in ways that are sustainable, well-governed and responsive to organisational needs. What You'll Do: * Lead Digital, AI & Platform Services, bringing together enterprise applications, software development, digital products, Digital Library Services and innovation activity. * Define platform and product priorities, ensuring technology investment supports institutional objectives and user needs. * Oversee the University's enterprise platforms and digital services, ensuring they remain secure, reliable and effective. * Lead software engineering and product development activities, promoting modern development practices and high standards of delivery. * Drive the development and responsible adoption of AI, automation and intelligent workflows that enhance services and create organisational value. * Ensure new products and technologies move successfully from concept and experimentation into sustainable, well-supported services. * Oversee application architecture, integrations and platform performance in partnership with colleagues across Technology. * Lead Digital Library Services, working closely with academic teams to support learning, teaching and access to digital resources. * Build strong partnerships across the University, translating organisational priorities into clear digital and technology initiatives. * Manage relationships with software vendors, implementation partners and suppliers, ensuring effective delivery and value for money. * Contribute to technology strategy, investment planning and transformation initiatives across the University. ## Related Videos - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [Project Fugu: Extending the web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/832-project-fugu-extending-the-web) - [Your imaginations is (no longer) the limit: how Generative AI empowers people to be creative](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/741-your-imaginations-is-no-longer-the-limit-how-generative-ai-empowers-people-to-be-creative) - [Perfect Pitch: Unveiling the Mathematical Symphony Behind a Guitar Tuner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1095-perfect-pitch-unveiling-the-mathematical-symphony-behind-a-guitar-tuner) - [Building Products in the era of GenAI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/827-building-products-in-the-era-of-genai) - [Developer Experience, Platform Engineering and AI powered Apps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/990-developer-experience-platform-engineering-and-ai-powered-apps) ## Related Articles - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [What is Software Engineering in the Age of AI?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/640-what-is-software-engineering-in-the-age-of-ai) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere)