Director of Software Engineering | AI Company (Sports Industry) | £120k-£140k Location: Northern Ireland VANRATH are thrilled to be working on behalf of an innovative AI company within the sports industry, who are seeking an experienced Director of Software Engineering to join their leadership team.

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This new entrant is poised to disrupt the market with cutting-edge AI solutions, and they are looking for a talented leader to help them scale their operations and drive their technology vision forward.

About the Role: As the Director of Software Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing the development of the company's AI-driven products, managing a growing team of engineers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions that support the company's ambitious goals.

You'll work closely with stakeholders to define the tech strategy, and you will play a pivotal role in the company's growth and success.

Key Responsibilities: Build and lead a talented software engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance.

Drive the technical vision and strategy for the AI product suite, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable, and secure solutions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritise and deliver on key product deliverables.

Ensure that engineering best practices are followed, and continuously seek ways to improve efficiency and quality.

Mentor and develop engineering talent, encouraging growth and continuous learning within the team.

What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a leadership role within software engineering, ideally within AI, data science, or related fields.

Strong experience in Python and associated technologies.

A track record of building and scaling engineering teams in fast-paced environments.

Experience driving technical deliverables, meeting deadlines, and managing resources effectively.

A strong interest in the sports industry and a passion for building AI-driven solutions.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

What's on Offer: Salary of £120k-£140k.

Opportunity to join a new entrant in the AI sports industry with huge growth potential.

A leadership role where you can have a real impact on product and company success.

Be part of an exciting, innovative environment at the cutting edge of AI and sports technology.

If you're a Director of Software Engineering with a passion for AI and the sports industry, and you're ready to take on a leadership role within a growing company, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Skills: AI Python ChatGPT