Software Technical Lead

Software Technical Team Leader (stepping stone to a CTO) c£75,000 + Benefits Midlands / Hybrid Are you an experienced software leader with a passion for driving change, shaping technical direction, and mentoring development teams? Are you looking for a clear path towards a future CTO role? This could be the perfect opportunity. We’re working with a well-established organisation going through a major digital transformation. With new leadership at the top and a bold vision for the future, the IT Director is now looking for someone to step in and take ownership of the software function – a kind of unofficial ‘Head of Software’. The Opportunity This is a true blend of technical strategy and leadership – roughly 50:50 hands-on vs. people and project leadership. You’ll define and drive the software development roadmap, modernise legacy systems, and lead the technical design and direction of new applications. You'll have a real say in shaping the future of software within the organisation. This is also a brilliant stepping stone to a CTO role elsewhere - you’ll gain the kind of end-to-end exposure and experience that puts you firmly on that path. What You’ll Be Doing * Leading software engineering across a wide suite of applications, including core systems built in Java and Angular. * Steering technical decision-making and innovation across the business. * Helping modernise legacy systems while maintaining and enhancing existing applications. * Setting standards and best practices across engineering teams. * Mentoring and developing both UK-based developers and a small outsourced team (transitioning back to the UK). * Collaborating closely with the IT Director, Product Manager, and other senior stakeholders. * Preparing the business to integrate with exciting AI work currently being developed by their European Dev team. The Tech Environment * Core stack: Java (Spring), Angular – no immediate plans to move away from this, so you'll need to be comfortable working with these technologies for the foreseeable future. * Other technologies: C#.NET, Blazor, plus a mix of legacy systems. * Large app portfolio: Key applications in Java & Angular, along with numerous other apps/technologies in the ecosystem. * Strong focus on system integration, modernisation, and innovation. What We’re Looking For * A proven technical software leader with hands-on experience. * Someone with a strategic mindset who enjoys balancing long-term thinking with day-to-day delivery. * A confident mentor who brings out the best in others. * An appetite for change, transformation, and improvement. What’s in it for You? * Career-defining role: High impact, high visibility, with genuine autonomy. * Hybrid flexibility: Flexible working, as long as you’re happy to visit a Midlands office regularly. * Excellent benefits including: * 25 days holiday (plus option to buy more) * Enhanced pension * Electric car scheme * Retail discounts * Health & wellbeing support * And more... If you’re a capable technical leader looking for that next big step - somewhere you can make your mark and build a future - we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat