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Head of AI & Software Engineering (Future CTO)

UK💼 Full-time🗓 2026-06-05 → 2026-08-07

Core

Lead the technical roadmap and build AI-powered procurement features for local governments and public agencies.

Role type

Head of Engineering (player-coach)

Builds

AI-powered procurement platform for public sector clients

Domain

Public sector technology / Procurement

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

React, marketplace infrastructure, AI tooling, low-code/no-code platforms, codebase management, team building, hiring, mentorship

Preferred skills

Full-stack development, strategic build vs buy decisions, quality playbook establishment

Technologies

React, AI tools, low-code/no-code platforms

Responsibilities

Lead the technical roadmap and manage the codebase; Build and ship AI-powered features used in production; Establish quality standards for code reviews, testing, and monitoring; Drive hiring, mentorship, and culture for the engineering team

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC transitioning to leadership

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