Founding Engineer, Patchwork Hub
Head of Technology
£50-65k
Inclusive job board for disabled and neurodivergent talent
Job no longer available
Inclusive job board for disabled and neurodivergent talent
1-20 employees
Job no longer available
£50-65k
1-20 employees
Company mission
To connect disabled and neurodivergent job seekers with inclusive employers and upskill employers around disability inclusion, accessibility and healthy working. Underpinned by our social mission to close the disability employment gap and create decent work for all who can.
Role
Who you are
- Proven experience in a leadership role overseeing and owning technology functions
- Product minded - we're looking for an individual who gets excited about building a product that solves problems for users, not necessarily just about the technical side of things
- Strong coding skills, with detailed and practical experience in full-stack software development and technology infrastructure
- Proficiency in:
- Languages (PHP - Laravel framework desired, Javascript, HTML5 and CSS3)
- Database management (SQL /NoSQL)
- Cloud services (experience with AWS, InMotion, Azure or similar)
- Knowledge of and commitment to implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to Level AA/AAA standard
- Excellent written and verbal communication and team-working skills
- Strong strategic planning and project management skills (owning the technology strategy, roadmap and vision), with a track record of building and managing high performing teams, while also being an active contributor to the codebase
- Future-Oriented Developer: Enthusiastic about R&D for future advancements, including tech-enabled sourcing, AI-empowered job matching, UX/UI optimisation and multi-platform integrations
- Excited to contribute towards a small, fast-growing company and committed to growing with the company to support its long-term success
Desirable
- Previous work experience in a similar position within a busy scale-up environment
- Experience of delivering and maintaining compliant technical solutions - including meeting GDPR and cybersecurity requirements
- Demonstrated experience in process improvement and change management
- Knowledge and interest in disability inclusion and accessibility
- Cyber security background - whether that's securing applications, working in a more IT role previously or red team activities
- In-depth knowledge of technology trends and their application to business operations
What the job involves
- Technology Leadership:
- Oversee the administration and development of Patchwork Hub’s web application and associated business technology infrastructure, ensuring a robust and effective system
- Ownership of Patchwork Hub’s product roadmap, providing leadership and direction for the organisation's technology strategy, infrastructure, systems, and applications
- Take ownership of features end-to-end, from concept through to deployment and maintenance
- Lead on the accessibility of Patchwork Hub’s website, ensuring we reach and maintain WCAG 2.1/2 AAA standard
- Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers
- Stay abreast of technological developments, recommending and implementing innovative technology solutions for the business
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and report on the effectiveness of technology processes
- Development and Coding:
- Engage directly in hands-on coding
- Provide architectural and technical design direction
- Code review, testing and quality assurance of product and deployment onto live site
- Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, particularly regarding data protection and cybersecurity
- Develop and implement risk management strategies and reporting, related to technology functions
- Team Leadership & Collaboration:
- Lead and project manage any subcontractors from product development to deployment, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence
- As part of the senior leadership team within Patchwork Hub, working closely with CEO and other senior leaders to drive progress and the direction of the business in this critical stage of expansion and growth
- Engage with customers and users to gather feedback and insights, using this information to guide product improvements
- Budget Management and Business Growth:
- Develop, manage and report on the technology budget, ensuring cost-effective utilisation of resources against agreed budgets and timescales
Application process
- The Recruitment Process
- Selection Process: Application > 1st stage interview > Technical Skills assessment > Final stage interview > Work trial
- The first step is simply to apply. Send us by email your CV and a supporting statement detailing why you think you would be a good fit for this opportunity to apply@patchworkhub.org
- Your application will then be reviewed by our hiring manager. If your application is progressed, you will have an online or telephone screening call that will allow us to assess your potential fit with the position. This will also be an opportunity for you to ask us any questions you may have and judge if you feel you would be a good match for the role
- Application Closing date: 30th October 2024 - applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so may close earlier
Our take
Patchwork Hub is an accessible employment platform offering training and consultancy services, focusing on connecting a diverse talent pool, including disabled individuals, carers, and parents, with job opportunities.
In addition to helping job seekers, Patchwork Hub supports employers in fostering disability inclusion throughout the recruitment process. This includes attracting skilled talent and enhancing retention. By aligning with employers' equity, diversity, and inclusion and corporate social responsibility policies, Patchwork Hub helps organisations recognise the business benefits of inclusive practices.
The platform has successfully partnered with various companies and universities, creating a growing ecosystem for shared goals. These collaborations amplify the impact on its users, driving meaningful change within communities.
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Company benefits
- Autonomy and product ownership - Helping to shape and share the rewards of an expanding business
- A chance to grow with the organisation - As we grow, so will the role, with opportunities to lead new initiatives and play a key role in our expansion
- Remote Working / Working from home
- A commitment to your learning and development, with opportunities and a chance to expand your skill set and advance your career
- A supportive team of knowledgeable, driven and passionate colleagues
- EMI Share Option - Attractive equity options, allowing you to share in the success of the business
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Company values
- Accessibility: We fit work around the individual, removing barriers that prevent access to opportunities and helping people, businesses and society to thrive
- Inclusion: We are changing the way the world views disability and creating a future where, regardless of circumstance or background, everyone is heard, respected and valued
- Authenticity: We live our values: implementing internally what we recommend to others, always prioritising the expertise of lived experience and fostering a culture of humility and continuous learning, while acting always with the highest ethical standards
- Innovation: Through creativity and investment in exceptional people, we aim to disrupt and transform mainstream work practices, driving the change that is needed in the future of work
- Community: We’re more than just a job-search tool, we’re a community that supports you to achieve your potential
Company HQ
Holborn, London, UK
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Leadership
Beth Kume-Holland
(Founder & CEO)Named one of the 100 most influential disabled people in the UK by the Shaw Trust, they have worked with businesses of all sizes to help them drive strategic solutions around accessibility and disability inclusion.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Patchwork Hub
- Disability Confident Leader
- Certified Disability-Owned Business Enterprise
- Mindful Employer
- Living Wage Employer
- Tech Talent Charter Signatory
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