Director: Software Engineering

About the Role

We’re recruiting on behalf of a global medical technology organisation seeking a Director of Engineering (Integration & Product Engineering). This leader will oversee multi‑disciplinary engineering teams across Web, Mobile, Backend Integration, and Quality Engineering, while working closely with Architecture, Platform, Data, and Product.

The role focuses on scalable software design, high‑quality engineering output, data‑driven product development, and robust cybersecurity practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow engineering teams; manage performance, productivity, and recruitment.
• Own backend and integration architecture across mobile and web platforms.
• Ensure high-quality code, testing, debugging, and system performance.
• Drive sprint delivery, SDLC optimisation, and data‑led product decisions.
• Act as Technical Product Owner for B2C/B2B systems.
• Oversee cybersecurity remediation, CI/CD, and regulatory compliance (ISO, CE, FDA, SOC2).
• Standardise documentation and ensure technical accuracy and audit readiness.

Requirements

• 15+ years software engineering experience; 5+ years in team/tech leadership.
• BEng/BSc in Computer Science or similar (Scrum Master certification advantageous).
• Strong experience with consumer‑facing applications, integration design, SQL/NoSQL, ETL/OLAP, and SDLC processes.
• Cybersecurity experience (SOC2/HiTrust).
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and people‑leadership skills.

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