About the Role
We are working with a well-funded aerospace company seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead and scale its software engineering function.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a rapidly growing organisation developing advanced technology for the space industry. The role combines technical strategy, engineering leadership and organisational development, with significant influence over the company's technology roadmap and future growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and scale software engineering teams responsible for developing complex, mission-critical systems.
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Define and execute the company's software engineering strategy, technical roadmap and long-term architectural direction.
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Build, mentor and develop high-performing engineering teams, establishing a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
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Oversee the delivery of complex software programmes, ensuring reliability, scalability and performance.
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Drive key technical and organisational decisions, balancing immediate engineering priorities with long-term business objectives.
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Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional engineering teams to align technical development with company goals.
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Establish engineering processes, development standards and best practices to support rapid organisational growth.
Required Qualifications
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10+ years of software engineering experience, including substantial engineering leadership or management experience.
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Proven track record of leading and scaling high-performing software engineering teams.
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Strong technical foundation in software architecture, system design and complex software development.
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Experience delivering large-scale, mission-critical or technically complex software systems.
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Ability to define technical strategy while maintaining a strong understanding of engineering execution.
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Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth or technically demanding environments.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity to join a company at a pivotal stage of growth, where engineering leadership will directly influence both the technology being developed and the organisation behind it.
Rather than inheriting an established engineering structure, you'll have the autonomy to shape technical direction, build teams and establish the foundations for long-term growth.
If you're an engineering leader who enjoys building teams, solving complex technical challenges and having genuine influence over a company's direction, we'd be interested in hearing about what you've built and what you'd like to take on next.
