Head of Development

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Platinum Recruitment Limited Full time

Competitive remuneration and additional perks.
- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunities for internal growth.

We are seeking a skilled Head of Development to join our
**Dunedin-based** clients in this Senior Leadership position. You will lead, manage and mentor a team of Intermediate - Senior Developers to produce quality products and solutions for user needs.

**THE ROLE**:
In this role, you will be working closely with other members of the SLT to not only manage the architecture, design, and development of system components but drive the strategic direction of our clients’ products and services. You will identify the training and personal development needs of individuals within your team to ensure they are writing clean, well-structured, and documented code that is error-free. You will play a key role in representing your team for communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout end-to-end processes.

**ABOUT YOU**:
**REQUIRED SKILL SET**:
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- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience working in a commercial product development environment managing small development teams (at least 5 direct reports).
- Familiarity with Agile and Lean delivery methodologies for software development and delivery.
- Previous success in managing end-to-end projects within timeframe and budget.
- Ability to drive delivery and innovation across the team.

**WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU**:
Our clients offer an opportunity to work in a fun, fast-paced environment delivering life-changing technology worldwide. Beyond this, the overall package will include competitive remuneration, additional leave, annual well-being benefits, flexibility to achieve work/life balance, and ESOP.

**READY TO APPLY**:
If you know this role matches your skillset and you are looking for a change hit
**APPLY NOW**

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Diversity Works New Zealand and believes in equal opportunities for all and we actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes “Do workplace inclusion well and do well because of it”



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