Burns Sheehan

Overview Director of Data Science / £160,000 - £175,000 + 30% Bonus / Hybrid + LTIP Role: Director of Data Science Location: London Salary/Package: £160,000 - £175,000 + Bonus (up to 30 percent) Onsite v Remote: 2-3 days per week in office About the role Our client, one of the most established names in their sector, are on the lookout for a Director of Data Science to lead the Data Science, Machine Learning & Advanced Analytics capability. As the Director of Data Science, you will take over a number of teams and be the strategic leader in enhancing current Data Science methods as well as introducing new areas of revenue / progression for the Data Science department. On top of your responsibilities as Director of Data Science, you will also work closely with AI Engineering based teams as they and you explore possibilities within that sector. Responsibilities This Director of Data Science position focuses on leading teams, setting strategy, and driving advancement in data science methods and analytics capabilities to create value for the business. Requirements / Qualifications A brilliant track record at 'Head of' level or above, leading numerous teams and having managers reporting into you. A background in Data Science, having been hands on at one point in your career (this role is not hands on). Demonstrable background of achieving a positive ROI with regards to your teams work. Track record of developing and promoting individuals Worked at a notable business within their sector. Outstanding stakeholder management capabilities as well as the ability to interact at C-Suite & Board level. This Director of Data Science position has great growth potential and we're looking for someone who can grow internally. If this Director of Data Science position appeals to you - please don't hesitate & apply now for immediate consideration.

Head of Software Engineering - Platform Evolution and Product Engineering Up to £160,000 per annum plus bonus London - Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office Head of Software Engineering - A well-established UK tech company with millions of users is looking for a Head of Software Engineering to shape the next phase of its platform evolution at a time of significant growth for the business. This is a senior leadership role focused on enabling product teams through strong architectural direction, modern platform capabilities and pragmatic technical strategy. Working closely with executive stakeholders across Product and Technology, the Head of Software Engineering will lead 7 teams evolving core domains and APIs that power multiple product teams, helping the organisation scale sustainably while increasing engineering velocity. Head of Software Engineering role The Head of Software Engineering sits at the heart of platform strategy and engineering effectiveness. You will be responsible for building foundations that improve product throughput, reduce duplication and allow teams to experiment faster - while modernising legacy architecture through safe, incremental change. The business is investing heavily in AI and data driven capabilities, and you will play a key role in embedding an AI forward mindset into how platforms are built and operated. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve platform architecture, core services, and shared domains used across product teams. Improve engineering throughput by simplifying systems and reducing complexity as the organisation scales. Lead the incremental evolution of monolithic systems into modern, flexible architectures. Partner with senior leadership to communicate technical trade offs in clear, business focused language. Enable growth across users, teams, and product lines through scalable platform design. Foster a high agency culture focused on measurable outcomes rather than process overhead. Support the adoption of AI capabilities across the engineering ecosystem. What We're Looking For Strong architectural judgement with hands on technical credibility. Experience building or evolving platforms within scaling technology environments. A growth oriented mindset, viewing technology decisions through a commercial and product lens. Confidence operating at executive level, influencing senior stakeholders with clarity and pragmatism. A strategic thinker who understands how platform choices shape long term product capability and delivery speed. A leader who challenges assumptions, makes difficult decisions and operates close to the work. What Success Looks Like Platform improvements directly increase engineering velocity and product delivery. Growth in teams and users does not create disproportionate technical complexity. Architectural modernisation that happens safely and incrementally. Technical decisions are transparent and grounded in measurable outcomes. Executive stakeholders clearly understand trade offs and direction. This is an amazing opportunity for a technically strong Head of Software Engineering to join a well-established technology at a moment of exciting growth. Please reply with your CV or call Simon for more details. Burns Sheehan Ltd will consider applications based only on skills and ability and will not discriminate on any grounds.

Head of Software Engineering - Platform Evolution and Product Engineering Up to £160,000 per annum plus bonus London - Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office Head of Software Engineering - A well established UK tech company with millions of users is looking to appoint a Head of Software Engineering to shape the next phase of its platform evolution at a time of significant growth for the business. This is a senior leadership role focused on enabling product teams through strong architectural direction, modern platform capabilities and pragmatic technical strategy. Working closely with executive stakeholders across Product and Technology, the Head of Software Engineering will lead 7 teams evolving core domains and APIs that power multiple product teams, helping the organisation scale sustainably while increasing engineering velocity. The Head of Software Engineering role: The Head of Software Engineering sits at the heart of platform strategy and engineering effectiveness. You will be responsible for building foundations that improve product throughput, reduce duplication and allow teams to experiment faster - while modernising legacy architecture through safe, incremental change. The business is investing heavily in AI and data driven capabilities, and you will play a key role in embedding an AI forward mindset into how platforms are built and operated. Key Responsibilities: Define and evolve platform architecture, core services, and shared domains used across product teams. Improve engineering throughput by simplifying systems and reducing complexity as the organisation scales. Lead the incremental evolution of monolithic systems into modern, flexible architectures. Partner with senior leadership to communicate technical trade offs in clear, business focused language. Enable growth across users, teams, and product lines through scalable platform design. Foster a high agency culture focused on measurable outcomes rather than process overhead. Support the adoption of AI capabilities across the engineering ecosystem. What We're Looking For Strong architectural judgement with hands on technical credibility. Experience building or evolving platforms within scaling technology environments. A growth oriented mindset, viewing technology decisions through a commercial and product lens. Confidence operating at executive level, influencing senior stakeholders with clarity and pragmatism. A strategic thinker who understands how platform choices shape long term product capability and delivery speed. A leader who challenges assumptions, makes difficult decisions and operates close to the work. What Success Looks Like Platform improvements directly increase engineering velocity and product delivery. Growth in teams and users does not create disproportionate technical complexity. Architectural modernisation that happens safely and incrementally. Technical decisions are transparent and grounded in measurable outcomes. Executive stakeholders clearly understand trade offs and direction. This is an amazing opportunity for a technically strong Head of Software Engineering to join a well established technology at a moment of exciting growth. Please reply with your CV or call Simon for more details.

A well-established tech company in Greater London is seeking a Head of Software Engineering to drive platform evolution and lead multiple teams. The role focuses on improving product throughput and modernizing legacy architecture, ensuring sustainable growth. Candidates must possess strong architectural judgement and hands-on technical experience, along with strategic leadership skills. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join at a time of significant growth, with a competitive salary and hybrid working model.

️ Senior Product Manager Retail Transformation Contract ️ Role: Senior Product Manager Location: London - 2 days p/w in the office Contract duration: Until the end of 2026 Are you an experienced Product Manager? Are you excited by the challenge of transforming a critical business service and embedding product thinking into a growing team? Do you want to work for a popular, well known retailer? If so, this could be the perfect next role for you! This business is a household name across the UK and has significantly matured its product & tech team over the last few years. They are now looking to transform their scheduling and booking platform (a core part of the customer experience that handles over 130,000 requests per year & drives % of their revenue) into a scalable, integrated, and online enabled service . As Senior Product Manager you will lead this high profile transformation project from ideation through to operational execution, working with internal stakeholders, store teams, and external partners. ️ What are they looking for? A proactive Product Manager with experience driving change in operational systems ️ Able to work with complex integrations, and internal platforms Skilled in stakeholder management and leading cross functional teams Customer focused with a deep understanding of operational workflows Capable of managing sensitive change that impacts existing processes while delivering business improvements ️ Nice to have: experience in retail ️ Key Responsibilities: Lead the transformation of the scheduling and booking platform over the next 12 months Operationalize the platform online and integrate it fully into stores ️ Manage external partners for scheduling and route optimization Work closely with store teams to ensure smooth adoption of the new platform This is a high profile, fixed term opportunity to lead a critical operational transformation and make a tangible impact on a growing retailer's core systems. You will work alongside a supportive Product Director and product team and take ownership of the project from start to finish. Please send your CV now for more information on both the role and company. ️ ️ Senior Product Manager Retail Transformation Contract ️