Head of Engineering - Vue / React / TypeScript

Head of Engineering (Front End React Vue) *Hybrid / Sunderland* up to £110k + bonuses

Are you looking for a strategic and high-level role within a highly collaborative, social, and friendly work environment?

Market leading games studio is seeking a skilled Head of Engineering to join their rapidly expanding team based in Sunderland.

Salary & Benefits:

• Up to £110k salary + quarterly bonuses
• Hybrid working (2 days a week remote)
• Free breakfast, lunch, and barista coffee
• Onsite gym
• Private healthcare and Life Assurance
• Training and development
• Social events and company parties
• Home setup contribution

Your Role:

As a Head of Engineering, you will be heading up the Front End / UXUI team of around 80 who focus on creating the technology that provides players with industry leading journeys and experiences. You will be playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing the player centric technology strategy by leading the engineering team, collaborating cross-functionally with various teams, and designing and developing technical solutions that will enable exceptional player experiences.

This is a fantastic time to join the business as they begin to white label their product suite, revamp their UXUI, and restructure their engineering teams, so there is a huge scope of exciting projects in the pipeline and lots of opportunity to have impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a cross-functional team to build the technology that provides players with leading journeys and experiences
• Developing and executing a robust technical roadmap that aligns with the overall strategy
• Lead and mentor cross functional teams and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
• Drive the end-to-end development process from design to implementation and deployment
• Establish engineering best practises that will improve the customer experience
• Communicate clearly with key stakeholders

Office & WFH:

The company have brand new, modern offices with parking based in Sunderland. You will be required in the office 3 days a week for this role.

Requirements:

• You are an experienced technologist who has a deep understand of front end technologies including JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Vue
• You are experienced in leading large cross-functional development teams
• You have a background either in software house or E-commerce environments
• You have an excellent leadership approach and can motivate and inspire others
• You have strong stakeholder management skills
• You are a down to earth, engaging, and approachable person
• You ideally have a background in gaming environments

As a Head of Engineering, you can expect to earn up to £110k salary plus bonus and benefits.

Apply today or call to find out more about this Head of Engineering role.