Head of Software Engineering - Daniel James Resourcing : Job Details

Head of Software Engineering | SaaS Business | Hybrid | Up to £95,000 + Benefits | ManchesterAre you a proven leader and manager in software engineering with experience in building and scaling SaaS platforms? Do you thrive on leading teams through technical transformations and delivering cloud-native solutions?We’re partnering with a dynamic, global enterprise, SaaS business that’s investing heavily in technology to build future-ready products. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented engineering team, drive innovation, and modernize systems in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.As Head of Software Engineering, you will:

• Lead a high-performing engineering team to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable software solutions.
• Oversee the development and enhancement of SaaS platforms supporting multi-million-pound operations across cloud-native technologies.
• Champion best-in-class engineering practices and agile methodologies to deliver enterprise-level software products.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies like AWS cloud infrastructure, .Net Core, modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Angular), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—Product, QA, and Infrastructure—to deliver seamless, high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.
• Inspire and mentor engineering teams while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage onshore and offshore teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to budget.

About You:We’re looking for a proven, battled hardened software engineering manager with recent experience in SaaS businesses. You’ll bring:

• Extensive experience leading software engineering teams in a SaaS product environment.
• A deep understanding of modern cloud architectures (AWS preferred) and software delivery lifecycles.
• Hands-on expertise with .Net Core, modern JavaScript libraries, and supporting tools like Azure DevOps and GitHub Enterprise.
• Proven ability to scale software platforms while maintaining performance, security, and reliability.
• A track record of successfully managing technology transformations and implementing agile methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire teams while delivering against business objectives.
• Experience managing distributed engineering teams (onshore/offshore) and 3rd-party partners. 

Why Join?

• Salary: Up to £95,000 per annum + benefits + bonus
• Location: Manchester-based role with hybrid flexibility—typically 1 day per week in the office.
• Benefits: Excellent package including generous leave, pension scheme, and career development opportunities.
• The chance to play a pivotal role in a leading an enterprise SaaS business that is about to undergoing significant technical transformation.
• Be at the forefront of cloud-native solutions, building scalable software that supports the business’s long-term success.

About the Business:This technology-led SaaS business powers digital solutions that underpin critical operations and millions in revenue annually. You’ll lead the engineering team on a modernization journey, delivering cutting-edge solutions that set the foundation for the next decade of growth.With both greenfield development and system modernization projects, this is an opportunity to shape the technical strategy and make a real, lasting impact.Ready to Lead and Transform? ??If you are a Head of Software Engineering or Senior Software Development Leader with recent SaaS experience, we want to hear from you. Join a team where innovation, leadership, and cloud-native solutions come together to deliver success.Keywords for SEO Optimization:Head of Software Engineering, SaaS Platforms, Software Development Leadership, Cloud-Native Technologies, AWS Cloud, .Net Core, Agile Software Delivery, CI/CD Pipelines, SaaS Technical Leader, Cloud Solutions, Engineering Transformation, Software Engineering Manager, Manchester Hybrid Jobs, Senior Technology Leadership, Greenfield Development, SaaS Product Development, Engineering Team Leadership, Technical Transformation.