Director of Technology

Elsewhen Ltd; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in London is seeking a Director of Technology to join their team. The role involves shaping the technical vision and leading engineering efforts. Candidates should have extensive experience in technology leadership and a strong background in software engineering. The position offers a remote-first work environment, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on professional growth.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Flexible and Remote-First Work Environment

Generous Leave Policy

Family-friendly policies

Learning and Development budget

Feel Better Fund for remote office setup

Social Events

Gym Membership Contribution

Pension Contribution

Bonus Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role.
• Strong background in hands-on software engineering and system architecture.
• Experience in a client-facing role with excellent communication skills.
• Deep understanding of modern cloud platforms and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and shape the company’s overall technology strategy.
• Lead and mentor engineering leads and their teams.
• Provide oversight for a portfolio of client projects.
• Act as a senior technical expert in business pitches.
• Drive innovation by championing emerging technologies.
• Promote collaboration and continuous learning within the engineering culture.
• Manage team structure and resource allocation for project delivery.

Skills

Senior technology leadership

Software engineering

System architecture

Client-facing experience

People management

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Agile methodologies

DevOps principles

Job description

Director of Technology

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Elsewhen, a London‑based consultancy, designs and builds technology solutions for clients such as Spotify, Google, Inmarsat, and Zego.

Over the past decade, we have built a workplace prioritising impact, drive, and friendliness. We value outcomes over hours and agility over rigid processes.

Remote‑first setup: fully remote work with the option to use a WeWork membership for those who prefer occasional office access.

Join our team: https://www.elsewhen.com

Role

As a Director of Technology at Elsewhen, you will be a key member of our technology leadership team, shaping our technical vision and driving the success of our engineering department. Working in partnership with the CTO and other Directors, you will guide a dedicated part of our engineering team and a portfolio of client projects. This is a senior leadership role for a collaborative and strategic technologist who excels at balancing high‑level strategy with hands‑on impact. You will have the autonomy to lead your teams and projects, all while contributing to the overall growth and direction of technology at Elsewhen.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CTO and other directors to define and shape the company’s overall technology strategy, roadmap, and standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated group of engineering leads and their teams, fostering their professional growth and managing team performance.
• Provide strategic oversight and technical governance for a portfolio of client projects, acting as the primary escalation point for technical challenges.
• Act as a senior technical expert in new business pitches and client relationships, helping to design solutions and build trusted partnerships.
• Drive innovation within your domain by championing emerging technologies, modern architectural patterns, and best‑in‑class engineering practices.
• Champion and contribute to our engineering culture, promoting an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning.
• Manage team structure and resource allocation within your remit to ensure efficient and high‑quality project delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role (e.g., Head of Engineering, Senior Principal Engineer, or Director) within a digital product or consultancy environment.
• A strong background in hands‑on software engineering and system architecture, with experience delivering complex, large‑scale digital products.
• Demonstrable experience in people management, including hiring, mentoring, and developing engineering leads and senior engineers.
• Experience in a client‑facing role, with excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• A track record of contributing to technology strategy and making high‑level decisions on architecture, tooling, and practices.
• Experience working effectively in a collaborative leadership team, contributing to a shared vision and collective goals.
• Deep understanding of modern cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), agile methodologies, and DevOps principles.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for both physical and mental health.
• Flexible and Remote‑First Work Environment: Choose how and where you work, with the option for weekly team meet‑ups in central London.
• Generous Leave Policy: 27 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity leave.
• Learning and Development: Individual annual budget of £2,000 for learning and development, with dedicated learning days.
• Feel Better Fund: £500 to help set up your remote office.
• Social Events: Monthly and quarterly team events, an annual team trip, and half‑yearly social events.
• Gym Membership Contribution: Support for maintaining your physical health.
• Pension Contribution: Enhanced employer pension contribution of 6%.
• Bonus Opportunities: Potential to receive a discretionary (non‑contractual) bonus based on business and personal achievements.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and perspectives create stronger teams and better technology. We welcome everyone, regardless of culture, appearance, or perspective, fostering individuality. We empower our team to challenge norms, grow ideas, and produce their best work.