Head of Engineering | Tech | London, UK en Savanta

Savanta is a data, market research and advisory company with teams in the UK, Americas, and APAC. Working with high-profile organizations and some of the world’s best-known brands, we Inform & Inspire our clients to Make Better Decisions through powerful data, empowering technology and high-impact consulting.

Savanta is on a bold journey - transforming from a traditional market research firm into a tech-first, insights-driven leader. 

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.

You’ll also be responsible for:

• 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

Our engineering environment includes technologies such as .NET, React, Azure DevOps, GitHub, Octopus Deploy, Snowflake, and modern CI/CD pipelines.

Our Tech Team works within a learning and collaborative environment, where empowerment is key to our success, along with developing a culture of innovation and creating an environment where everyone can excel.

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

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About You: 

You are a technically accomplished and inspiring leader with:

• Proven experience in engineering leadership across multiple disciplines.
• 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.

And in return, Savanta offers:

• Salary range: £110,000 - £125,000
• Bonus scheme
• Unlimited annual leave
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working practices
• Health & wellbeing package (Private medical insurance or a flexible, tailored suite of well-being benefits)
• Financial health (pension, life assurance, etc.)
• 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. 

The company was founded on the belief that tech should be integral to its success, and this culture of tech innovation makes us best placed to put Savanta at the heart of our clients’ businesses offering solutions before they even know the problem. 

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.

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.

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