Head of Software Services - Senior Delivery & Growth Hybrid

Sirius Digital; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Head of Software Services to oversee software engineering projects and ensure alignment with client needs. This role requires proven leadership in software engineering, strong client relationship management, and strategic thinking to drive business outcomes. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a pension contribution and holiday options.

Benefits

Pension (7% contribution)

25 days holiday

Life insurance

Private health care

Electric vehicle scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading major software engineering programmes, ideally within the defence sector.
• Experience delivering as part of leadership team within a consultancy environment.
• Strong experience managing complex service contracts and governance.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end accountability for delivering complex service contracts.
• Oversee software engineering programmes and projects.
• Lead and own all aspects of service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Software Engineering

Client Relationship Management

Commercial Acumen

Bid Management

Team Motivation

Education

Degree-level qualification in engineering, science, or technology

APM or equivalent project management qualifications

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking a Head of Software Services to oversee software engineering projects and ensure alignment with client needs. This role requires proven leadership in software engineering, strong client relationship management, and strategic thinking to drive business outcomes. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a pension contribution and holiday options.