Head of Software

Technical Futures Ltd
Cb101Ny, CB10 1NY, United Kingdom
2 days ago
£80,000 – £100,000 pa

Salary

£80,000 – £100,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Director
Education
Degree
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
3 Jun 2026 (2 days ago)

Benefits

Company Bonus Pension Private Healthcare

Thriving Technical Consultancy seeks an accomplished Head of Software to lead a multidisciplinary Software department.Working across Embedded Software, DSP, FPGA and AI/ML you'll be supporting technologies such as radar, sensing and communications for a range of Client projects primarily in the Defence sector. You’ll bring a balance of technical expertise and commercial skills. Generous salary package includes Company Bonus, Pension, Private Healthcare and Hybrid working.

The successful Head of Software will manage and grow a delivery focused team, supporting project planning and resourcing, driving continuous improvement as well as contributing to technical sales activities.

To be considered for this Head of Software role you should have:

  • A strong academic background.
  • Technical Leadership experience ideally within a Consultancy type environment.
  • Strong technical knowledge covering embedded software, DSP, FPGA firmware, test and AI/ML with expertise in at least one area.
  • Proven Line Management experience and excellent communication skills.
  • Good balance of technical and Business / Commercial skills.
  • A passion for improving software development processes.
  • Exposure to the Defence industry.

Applicants must hold a British Passport.

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