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NextEnergy GroupThis newly created and critical role sits at the core of NextEnergy Group’s evolving IT function. Reporting directly to the CTIO, you will be a key member of the IT senior leadership team. As Head of Design and Engineering, you will lead the integration of human-centred design, technical architecture, and modern software engineering to deliver scalable, secure, and intuitive digital solutions.You will be instrumental in shaping and delivering a three-year technology transformation programme. Your work will ensure technology platforms support business growth and empower end users to drive innovation and operational excellence, aligning with our mission: leading the transition to clean energy through data-driven, technology-enabled innovation.Champion the role of end users in shaping IT services that drive productivity, collaboration, and insight across our investment, development, and asset management businessesDefine and lead the end-to-end design and engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities and CTIO goalsBring external perspective and advisory experience to shape best-in-class engineering and design approaches across the technology functionInspire and lead a growing team of 15+ professionals across software engineering, architecture, UX, research, and DevOpsOversee budgeting and financial planning for design and engineering, ensuring investments are value-driven, scalable, and aligned with NextEnergy Group''s strategyHuman Centred Design and InnovationEmbed user research, usability testing, and feedback loops to ensure solutions are frictionless, empowering, and aligned with the real needs of our users and customersDrive collaboration within IT and across our business and core functions, building trusted partnershipsEngineering and Technical excellenceOversee the design and delivery of cloud-native, API-driven architectures aligned to enterprise strategy as we transition to the cloudPromote a PaaS-first approach with robust automation, testing, and DevOps pipelines guiding the engineering practice on what is greatGovernance and RiskLead design and architecture governance processes, balancing agility with quality and compliance, particularly for regulated entities within NextEnergy GroupWork closely with the security and compliance lead to ensure alignment with all relevant security, privacy, and regulatory standardsBuild, coach, and retain a diverse, high-performing team across design and engineeringDefine career paths and development frameworks that align with NextEnergy Group''s learning culture, with emphasis on emerging technologies and user-centred capabilitiesTime management and prioritisation skills - effective workload management is criticalExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (in English or/and other European languages)Intellectual curiosity and ability to bring fresh ideasPassion for our mission of a sustainable future and transition to clean energyDegree in relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, UX Design)Proven leadership of cross-functional technology teams in design, engineering, and architecture, preferably in data-intensive sectorsDeep expertise in human-centered design and full product lifecycle deliveryStrong knowledge of cloud-native platforms, microservices, APIs, and DevOpsCertifications in agile, cloud architecture, or design leadership