Technology Director

Job Description

Company description:Join a rapidly growing collaborative of disruptive technology companies working together to build a brilliant software and payments business.Since our inception in 2018, we’ve acquired software and services companies at a rate of more than one a month, so as a ClearCourse employee you’ll benefit from the feel of a pioneering start-up environment, with the opportunity to work with significantassets during an exciting phase of our evolution.Our software products service clients in the Membership Services, Business Services, Events & Leisure, Retail and Payments Solutions industries. Our solutions help organisations become more efficient, effective and profitable, and achieve their goals byproviding them with technology platforms that integrate seamlessly with the most popular CRM, event management and marketing automation platforms.Job description:Do you have a minimum of 10 years of proven leadership experience in a Technology Director or similar engineering role, specifically within the retail and/or hospitality sectorsAre you looking for your next challenge where you can make a difference and feel supported all the wayIn this case, the Technology Director role that we have open would be the chance to further your career with us. You’ll be working for ClearCourse Retail and Hospitality. The Retail and Hospitality Division offers market vertical-specific software solutionsfor on-premises and online trading comprising EPOS, e-commerce, vouchering, and data validation solutions, integrated into our in-house payments’ platform, ClearAccept.The Technology Director plays a pivotal role in steering the divisions technological vision and ensuring its alignment with our strategic objectives. This role is responsible for the comprehensive management of the divisions technology infrastructure,overseeing the design, development, and implementation of innovative technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.You’ll get the support and structure that you need to enjoy your work and further your career while doing what you love and making a difference in a fast-paced and ambitious business that has recently been named one of the UKs Best Workplaces for Wellbeingin 2023. When we are seeking new ClearCoursers to join our team, we are focused on their energy, expertise, and empathy. And, if you’re ticking those boxes, then we’d love to welcome you.Here is a list of benefits you will have access to:

• Life Assuranceandprivate medical cover with a cash plan
• Group Income Protectionand enhancedCompany Pension
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Generous training budgets and reimbursement for professional memberships
• Hybrid-working model with 25 days annual leave
• Day off on your birthday
• 24/7 employee assistance program including Peppy Health App
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Generous Recruitment referral scheme
• Additional flexible benefits with the Perkbox platform, providing discounts and freebies from major retailers

A typical day would be to name a few:

• Oversee the development, refinement, and implementation of product roadmaps for all product lines, ensuring seamless integration with strategic objectives.
• Architect and promote the adoption of unified technology frameworks across the division, driving efficiency and commonality where appropriate.
• Design and implement standardized engineering processes across product lines, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
• Produce regular reports on technology initiatives and performance, including DORA metrics, facilitating transparent communication and alignment with group and divisional goals.
• Act as a point of escalation for technology-related issues, driving resolution and continuous improvement.

To succeed, you need a minimum of 10 years of proven leadership experience in a Technology Director or similar engineering role, specifically within the retail and/or hospitality sectors. You’re proficient in Agile, Scrum methodologies, and DevOps practices.You’re able to develop and lead architecture and DevOps teams, driving architectural excellence and operational efficiency.This is a hybrid role working 37.5 hours per week and you’ll work 2/3 days in the office and are commutable to Milton Keynes (or other ClearCourse hubs - Birmingham, Reading, London, Waterlooville).I appreciate that your CV may not be up to date, so just send whatever you have and apply now to further your career with us.