Head of Engineering

Head of Engineering Belfast - £85,000 - £100,000 Silverwood Recruitment Ltd are delighted to be working with an Industry leading client as they seek to recruit an experienced Head of Engineering to lead their innovative and dynamic Software Team and continue pushing boundaries within the realms of Renewable Energy. The Head of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing all technical and development aspects within the company. This includes developing and implementing innovative engineering strategies, managing the Development team, aligning with strategic business objectives and contributing to the successful delivery of associated projects according to strategic milestones. The Responsibilities of the Head of Engineering will include but not be limited to: Lead and mentor the development team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Develop and implement engineering strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives. Provide technical guidance and expertise across all associated projects. Ensure that engineering practices and processes meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Deep understanding of full-stack and AI system design and architecture. Strong understanding of device interfacing and API integration. Ability to design and guide the implementation of robust data management procedures Ensure high availability of infrastructure. Contribute to the planning, execution, and delivery of associated projects and ensure these align with strategic goals. Manage resources to ensure successful project outcomes. Ensure that all technical documentation is reviewed and kept up to date. Lead the development team in working to the highest standards and producing a best-in-class product Drive innovation within the Development team, encouraging the development of new ideas and solutions. Identify opportunities for technological advancements that can enhance the companys services and client offerings. Lead the development and implementation of new tools and systems. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating relevant advancements into the companys technological roadmap. Recruitment and line management of Development team. The successful Head of Engineering will meet the following criteria: You will ideally hold a 3rd Level Qualification in a Software Related discipline You will have 10 years experience working withing Software Engineering 5 of which should be in a leadership role You will have a strong technical background with expertise in software development, system architecture, and engineering best practices. You will have extensive knowledge of technologies and tools, understanding their integration and application in building enterprise systems. You will have extensive experience of AWS infrastructure. You will have experience working within an Agile environment. Proven management of a team of 6+ engineers. You will have experience managing complex technical projects. Although not essential it would be highly beneficial for the Head of Engineering to have any of the following: TOGAF Six Sigma Management for successful programmes Agile, PRINCE 2 or similar project management qualification Experience with renewable energy management Experience with working with a SaaS environment Understanding of industry trends and best practices If you are an experienced Software Engineer with proven strategic planning skills having delivered complex projects or programmes with a proven ability to lead, motivate and inspire team members, creating a positive and productive work environment then this could be the role for you! For more information please contact Lois on .