Head Of Software Engineering (Banking,Ireland)

We're recruiting for a strategically important, high-visibility role within a major banking programme in Ireland. This requirement comes via direct instruction from a senior consulting partner and demands a Head of Engineering with genuine gravitas, technical depth, and the authority to operate credibly with senior stakeholders.
The successful candidate will lead and scale engineering delivery, strengthen existing capability, and represent engineering at senior forums. This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic direction with delivery oversight.

Key Outcomes

• Define and uphold engineering standards and ways of working
• Lead and scale delivery with confidence, quality, and consistency
• Represent engineering with authority at senior stakeholder forums

Candidate Profile

• Originated as a software developer and retains technical credibility
• Deep understanding of the full SDLC from design through to release and operations
• Senior leadership experience in large, complex environments
• Financial services experience essential; banking strongly preferred
• Consultancy mindset with strong commercial awareness
• Proven ability to deliver consistently in high-pressure settings

Location & Travel Requirements

• Ireland-based role
• Onsite presence required two days per week
• Flexibility permitted to attend onsite every two weeks for several consecutive days
• No further remote flexibility beyond this
• Candidates must be UK or Ireland-based and able to meet the onsite cadence

Evaluation Focus

• Gravitas and presence with senior stakeholders
• Technical depth and full SDLC awareness from a software developer origin
• Track record of building and professionalising engineering teams
• Consultancy and commercial judgement
• Commitment to the required onsite cadence

If you meet the criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please reach out directly or submit your profile for consideration.