Head of Software Development

Job Description

This senior role is responsible for leading the software development function to support long-term innovation. The position combines technical leadership with strategic planning, overseeing a distributed engineering team. Relocation to Erbil is required.

Requirements

• Over 8 years in software development
• Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Willingness to relocate to Erbil is essential

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the software development strategy
• Lead remote and on-site development teams
• Provide architectural oversight and enforce best practices
• Translate business requirements into technical deliverables
• Deliver complex projects using Agile, Scrum, or hybrid methodologies
• Promote continuous learning and technical innovation
• Manage department budgets, resources, and vendor relationships