Director of Software Engineering

Director of Software Engineering - Lead at Scale, Shape Strategy & Drive Global Delivery

A globally recognised, product-led technology organisation, delivering solutions used by millions of users across international markets. The environment is fast-paced, scaling and focused on delivering measurable impact through high-quality software.

Within this, the engineering function operates across multiple cross-functional delivery teams, partnering closely with Product, Architecture technology groups to deliver globally aligned platforms.

We're looking for a strategic, people-focused Director of Software Engineering to lead multiple engineering teams and shape the future of technology delivery. This is a senior leadership role, focused on driving performance, building high-performing teams and partnering closely with executive stakeholders.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead, coach and develop Engineering Managers and QA leaders across multiple teams
• Own delivery outcomes, ensuring predictability, quality and alignment to strategic goals
• Drive organisational planning, workforce strategy and engineering scalability
• Partner with Product, Architecture and global stakeholders internationally.
• Embed modern engineering practices, including CI/CD, DevOps and quality engineering
• Lead performance management, succession planning and talent development

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience leading engineering organisations through managers
• Strong track record of building high-performing teams and engineering cultures
• Experience managing budgets, resource planning and organisational design
• Deep understanding of modern software delivery and operational excellence
• Strong stakeholder management across technical and business teams
• Experience working in global, distributed environments

What's on offer:

• £115k-£120k + 20% bonus
• Hybrid working (North East based)
• Opportunity to influence global platform strategy and transformation

Ready to step into a high-impact leadership role? Apply now or get in touch to find out more.