Head of Engineering | Tech | London, UK

About the Role

We’re seeking a visionary Head of Engineering to lead our global engineering teams in delivering exceptional software solutions and driving technical excellence. This is a strategic leadership role, working closely with the CTO, Head of Product and Heads of Operations to align engineering with business goals and product transformation.

As Head of Engineering, you will lead global teams, define and execute engineering strategy, champion DevOps and QA practices, and drive innovation through AI‑assisted development.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing engineering operations, budgets, and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with business strategy.
• Optimizing development processes and delivery pipelines.
• Fostering a culture of technical excellence, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Collaborating cross‑functionally with Product, Design, and Data teams.
• Promoting adoption of emerging technologies and AI‑powered tools.

About You

• Deep understanding of DevOps, QA, and modern development methodologies.
• Experience with AI‑assisted development, including agentic systems that enhance automation, decision‑making, and productivity.
• A tech‑first mindset and passion for innovation.
• Strong strategic thinking and operational execution skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing and motivating cross‑regional engineering teams.
• Expertise in implementing engineering metrics and performance frameworks.
• Familiarity with DORA metrics and CI/CD best practices.
• Strong stakeholder management and budget oversight capabilities.

Benefits

• Unlimited annual leave
• Health & wellbeing package (Private medical insurance or a flexible, tailored suite of well‑being benefits)
• Team & Company Socials
• Committees for Health & Well Being, Charities & Volunteering and DE&I

Why Join Us

With offices in the US, Canada, India and the UK, over 500 staff globally, and ambitious growth plans, Savanta offers the benefits of scale, whilst our specialists with their deep expertise and nimble teams, make life at Savanta feel more like working at a ‘boutique’ agency. Our client portfolio includes some of the world’s most recognizable and valuable brands such as Google, UBS, Meta, Pandora, Vodafone, Samsung, Heineken, LEGO, Aston Martin, ING, Unilever, and the Cabinet Office. Part of the vibrant Next 15 Communications Group, we have an entrepreneurial and inclusive company culture that actively recognizes and values its people and offers unrivalled scope for career development, including mentoring, coaching as well as extensive training programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Savanta is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and continuously strives to be an employer of choice. Our people are our greatest asset – we value workplace diversity and inclusion, oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination, and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds. All candidates will be considered equally; however, unfortunately we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Location and Working Arrangement: This role is based in our London office, with the expectation to be onsite 2–3 days per week.

Note on Application Process: As we are looking for information specific to you, we would ask that you don’t just use Generative AI tools to write your cover letter or any questions in the application process. We may use AI Decoders as part of the review process and if your answers match to a high extent that will be factored into the review.