Head of Engineering

hedgehog lab • Manchester, England • Posted June 13, 2026

About the Role

Job title: Head of Engineering (Day Rate Contract with Permanent Option)
Type: Full Time Day Rate Contract with strong potential to transition into a permanent role

We are working with an established product and data-driven technology business looking for a hands-on Head of Engineering to lead a small engineering team through an important period of change and growth.

This role needs someone who can bring structure, momentum and strong leadership to the team while remaining technically hands-on and capable of leading from the front when needed. You will need to earn trust quickly, challenge where appropriate, make decisions confidently and keep delivery moving forward.

You will work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in shaping engineering standards, improving ways of working and creating better alignment across engineering, product and delivery.

This is not a role for someone who wants to sit above the det...