Head of SoftwareLocation: Cambridge Salary: £95,000 - £110,000+ (Negotiable based on experience) Work Pattern: 3 days onsite per weekThe OpportunityAre you a seasoned technical leader looking to shape the future of a multidisciplinary software department? We are seeking a high-caliber Head of Software to lead a diverse team of experts working on cutting-edge technologies across defense, healthcare, space, critical infrastructure, communications and sensing.This is a pivotal leadership role reporting to the SVP of Engineering. You will be responsible for driving technical excellence, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions across embedded software, DSP, FPGA, and AI/ML domains.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Growth: Direct line management of senior team members and overall leadership of the software department. You will lead succession planning, hiring, and capacity planning to ensure the team is structured for success.Process Excellence: Drive continuous improvement in software development processes, maintaining industry best practices while balancing rigor with the agility needed for prototypes and full-scale production.Technical Oversight: Maintain oversight of ongoing projects, conduct quality audits, and identify/mitigate technical risks.Strategic Collaboration: Work with senior management to achieve business growth goals and support technical sales activities, including proposal creation and client relationshi