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Group Technical Director

Group Technical Director

Hybrid

Oxford, United kingdom

£ 120,000 /year

Full Time

05-05-2025

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Job Specifications

Role: Group Technology Director
Location: Oxford, UK (Hybrid)
Salary: £90,000 – £120,000 per annum DOE

We are seeking an experienced Group Technology Director to lead and evolve the technology function across a diverse portfolio of businesses. This is a senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape long-term tech strategy while supporting immediate commercial objectives across multiple digital platforms.

This is a newly created position at group level, offering the chance to have a meaningful impact on the direction and performance of our technology teams. The role reports to the executive leadership team and will work closely with stakeholders across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and lead group-wide technology strategy aligned with commercial goals and long-term scalability
Oversee and support technology delivery across all e-commerce businesses within the group
Work closely with leadership to identify, assess and implement strategic technology initiatives
Lead and optimise offshore teams, ensuring delivery quality and operational efficiency
Drive continuous improvement across development, infrastructure, security, and DevOps practices
Balance short-term commercial delivery with long-term architecture planning and sustainability
Own budgeting, supplier relationships, and team development across the tech function

Experience & Skills:
Proven experience in a Head of Technology, IT Director, or equivalent leadership role for a minimum of 5 years
Background in organisations with revenues of £50m–£200m, and familiarity with the scale-related challenges that come with this environment
Strong background in software development and DevOps, with hands-on understanding of AWS, .NET, SQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL
Demonstrated success in leading, managing, and scaling offshore teams
Able to operate strategically while also rolling up sleeves when needed in high-growth or fast-paced situations
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at board and operational levels

Desirable
Direct experience in B2C e-commerce

About the Company

Founded in 2018, Digital Waffle is a leading tech & digital recruitment agency. We are dedicated to finding and matching the best digital talent with growing businesses across the UK, EU, and USA. As a trusted tech recruitment agency, we focus on roles in marketing, technology, IT, data, and operations. Digital Waffle takes pride in making the recruitment process smooth and efficient, ensuring the perfect fit for both employers and candidates. Tech and digital recruitment is not just our business; it's our passion. With an... Know more