Director of Software Engineering

Job Description

• Hybrid / Flexible base locations
• London - £127,048 to £158,810 per annum plus £8,000 car allowance
• National - £106,648 to £133,310 per annum plus £8,000 car allowance
• 36 hours per week - flexible working supported
• Permanent

This is a really exciting time for Clarions Group Technology Team; were recruiting for a variety of new Tech roles and were looking to you to join our growing team.This is an amazing opportunity for you to join us, an organisation which has ambitious plans to deliver technology solutions which truly deliver customer-centred outcomes.Our vision is to harness technology to build a better future for Clarion, its people, and communities. At Clarion, we understand how important technology is for the success of our business and are proud of the progress we have made to date in building amodern technology platform.Join our team and youll be part of a group of talented, enthusiastic and supportive people who have a passion for bringing technology to life for social good.Were looking for a Director of Software Engineering with demonstrable experience in leading large IT transformation initiatives.Youll be responsible for the design, build, maintenance, upgrade, and support of the bespoke software and underlying microservice based architecture built by Clarion in line with agreed design principles, the software development lifecycle (SDLC), and bestpractice. The function is responsible for the design, delivery, maintenance, and support of the software and underlying microservice based architecture.With excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to understand, analyse, and evaluate a complex business scenario well look to you to propose an appropriate solution. Youll lead the Software Engineering team to achieve strategic and operational objectives,ensuring effective systems are in place, resources are aligned and appropriately deployed. Youll lead, coach and manage the Software Engineering team, building their reputation and professionalism and developing the function to meet future needs and demands.Responsible for the systems built by the Software Engineering team and for ensuring delivery of the teams IT strategy, both within Software Engineering, and alignment with the wider Technology estate, youll ensure effective and cohesive design, developmentand implementation of the overall solution architecture of all software built by the Software Engineering team.Youll have experience leading multiple engineering teams in a POD structure, building full-stack applications and experience with AWS/Azure as well as CI/CD.With hybrid working, base locations across England and flexible working arrangements this could be the opportunity youve been looking for! What you can expect from usHere at Clarion were dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle. As standard we offer;-

• Competitive salaries that are benchmarked regularly against current market rates
• Initial 25 Days annual leave (plus bank holiday), increasing to 30 days after 3 years service.
• A flexible benefit scheme tailored to you, inclusive of healthcare options, dental insurance, restaurant card and cycle to work along with 1% of your salary to spend on whichever approved benefit you like!
• Matched pension contributions of up to 7.5% of your salary with generous life assurance
• Flexible and agile workingfor the majority of our employees.

Other perks

• Company Bonus Scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Holiday trading scheme allowing you to buy and sell leave
• Free counselling and legal advice scheme for you and your family
• Interest free loans for season ticket and study leave

Our commitment to equality and diversity means that we are keen to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, including but not limited to part-time working and job share, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and compassionate leave.To find out more please visit our website.Closing Date: Sunday 3rd December 2023 at midnight.For further details on this vacancy and to download the role profile please visit our website or click apply. Were recruiting into a wide range of roles which will lead the way in delivering our plans and to really making a difference to peoples lives - For full details on other opportunities available at Clarion please visit our website.This is a hybrid role with base locations offered at our offices across England. Candidates will be expected to travel to our London offices as required, approximately twice per month.You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in the UK for the duration of your employment.