Head of Software Engineering (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Software Engineering (Fintech): Leading a large engineering team to develop and optimize products for an insurance platform with an accent on driving engineering strategy and improving cross-functional project delivery. Focus on managing direct reports, mentoring newer managers, and influencing key technical decisions to achieve company growth plans.

Location: Office-centric in Oval, London, UK (with flexibility).

Salary: £75,000 - £100,000.

Company

hirify.global is one of the fastest-growing fintech startups in the UK, aiming to make insurance fair and affordable, and a top-rated home insurance provider.

What you will do

• Develop and refine engineering strategy as a key member of the engineering leadership group.
• Manage a large team of engineers and oversee core processes and technology areas.
• Collaborate across the business to build product value through launches, partner integrations, and platform improvements.
• Lead the delivery of cross-functional projects, ensuring smooth execution and continuous improvement.
• Influence prioritization of work and strategic amendments for maximum impact.
• Manage multiple direct reports and mentor new managers transitioning into line management.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of professional experience as a software engineer.
• At least 2 years of leadership and management experience.
• Fluency in and opinionated on JavaScript frameworks (specifically Angular) or Python.
• Experience with Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, RabbitMQ, AWS, and SQL.
• Confidence in using technical expertise to influence key decisions about product and system design.
• Comfortable working through ambiguous problems with a high degree of autonomy.

Nice to have

• Front-End/UX design and prototyping.

Culture & Benefits

• Starting salary of £75,000 - £100,000 with share options.
• 25 days paid annual leave, plus public holidays.
• Opportunities for rapid progression, responsibility, and career growth with feedback and coaching.
• Dedicated development budget, access to a senior mentor, and training.
• Well-being support including access to therapy, weekly onsite yoga, and subsidised sports clubs.
• Enhanced parental leave and support for parents returning to work.
• Regular social events and vibrant team communities like book club and foodies.