Date posted:
June 19, 2026

Technical Director

for

The Person

  • Proven experience in a Technical Director, Head of Engineering, CTO, or similar senior technical leadership role.
  • Strong background in engineering, product development, technology strategy, or research and development within a relevant industry.
  • Demonstrated success leading large technical teams and delivering innovative products or solutions at scale.
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to align technical investment and capability with business growth objectives.
  • Deep understanding of modern engineering methodologies, technology platforms, and product development lifecycles.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with experience influencing executive-level decision-making.
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Degree qualified in Engineering, Computer Science, Technology, or a related discipline; advanced qualifications are advantageous.

The Role

  • Lead the technical strategy and innovation roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
  • Oversee engineering, product development, and R&D functions, driving technical excellence across the organization.
  • Identify emerging technologies, market trends, and opportunities to enhance products, services, and competitive advantage.
  • Collaborate closely with executive leadership to translate commercial goals into scalable technical solutions.
  • Establish and maintain high standards for system architecture, engineering practices, product quality, and technical governance.
  • Drive the successful delivery of complex technical projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.
  • Build and develop high-performing technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Act as the senior technical authority, providing guidance to stakeholders, customers, and partners on technical capabilities and future direction.

What's on offer

  • Competitive executive-level salary with an attractive performance-based bonus structure.
  • Opportunity to shape the technical vision and innovation strategy of a growing and ambitious organization.
  • Significant influence over product development, engineering excellence, and long-term business success.
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and investment in research, development, and innovation initiatives.
  • Collaborative executive leadership environment with direct exposure to strategic decision-making.
  • Professional development opportunities and support for continued industry engagement and thought leadership.
  • Flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to lead high-impact projects with organization-wide visibility.

Company

Contract type

Permanent

Salary

£90,000 – £120,000
+ Package

Role

Technical Director

Seniority

Senior Manager

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