Job Description

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Head of Technology

Indigo Platform Limited | Hybrid - Cardiff/M4 Corridor

(2-3 days a week onsite) | Competitive Package

The Opportunity

Are you ready for a step up that will make a real difference, drive transformation and realise the ambition of our technical vision ?

This is an extraordinary growth opportunity - take our platform and infrastructure vision to the next level with your ambition, innovation and technical insight.



Join our Senior Leadership Team as Head of Technology and drive the technical strategy behind our web platforms and mobile applications--our contractor-first solution serving contractors and workforce management businesses across the UK.



As one of four key leaders reporting to the Divisional CEO, you'll manage a team of 7-8 technical professionals and have direct influence on technical architecture, platform development, and engineering excellence for all our software products.

About Indigo Platform Limited

Indigo Group provide outsourced payroll, contractor engagement and compliance solutions within the construction industry.



We're the technology division of Indigo Group, leveraging deep sector expertise to build software solutions that solve real user and business problems.



Our mission is to build apps and tools that quietly help hardworking people and businesses handle money tasks and paperwork with less effort and stress.

What You'll Own -

Strategic Technical Leadership

Bolst Platform Architecture: Design and deliver cloud-native, API-first architecture for both contractor mobile app and client web platform (primary focus) Platform Transition Management: Maintain optimal performance of existing systems while executing phased migration strategy to Bolst Client Platform Development: Build web platform delivering contractor analytics and compliance visibility for clients Team Leadership & Development: Build and manage a high-performing development team managing both growth and operational technical needs AI-Accelerated Development: Leverage AI tools and automation to accelerate development cycles, improve code quality, and maximise productivity Technical Strategy: Ensure all applications and platforms support current business needs and future growth requirements

What You'll Bring -

Essential Experience

Technical Leadership: 3+ years leading technical teams with proven track record of delivery Multi-Platform Experience: Experience managing both new development and legacy system operations Azure/Cloud Expertise: Hands-on experience with Azure, microservices, and auto-scaling infrastructure Platform Development: Experience building and delivering mobile-first applications and API architecture DevOps & Automation: Strong background in CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment pipelines Migration Expertise: Experience managing complex system transitions while maintaining service continuity API Strategy: Experience designing and implementing robust API architectures Performance Optimisation: Track record optimising applications for scale and user experience

Highly Valued -

Experience within Financial Services Tech: Fintech, payments, or financial software technical background

Key Skills -

Software Architecture: Expertise in designing scalable, maintainable system architectures Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect technical decisions to business outcomes Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams Data-Driven Approach: Proficiency with performance monitoring and analytics tools

Leadership Qualities -

Strategic vision with hands-on execution ability Strong decision-making in fast-paced environments Budget management and resource allocation experience Natural collaborator across functions

Why Join Indigo Platform -

Leadership Opportunity

Senior Role: One of four functional heads in focused leadership structure Direct Impact: Report to Divisional CEO with strategic influence Growth Potential: Clear path for career advancement as company scales Industry Position: Help define the future of technology in the workforce management sector

Our Values -

In Indigo Platform we have a

SOLVE

culture.


We keep it

Simple

, creating effortless solutions for our users. We're

Open

to great ideas from anyone so we can build the best community for everyone. We

Lead

by example with a "can-win" mentality to create leading products. Always adding

Value

that benefits our users is what drives us. We approach every exciting challenge with a positive, upbeat

Energy

.

What This Means for Technology

Simple

: Build clean, maintainable architectures that enable rapid development

Open

: Welcome technical ideas from team members and collaborate across disciplines

Lead

: Set the standard for technical excellence and best practices

Value

: Every technical decision must demonstrably benefit our users and business

Energy

: Approach technical challenges with enthusiasm and innovative solutions

Work Environment

o

Hybrid Flexibility:

2-3 days in Cardiff office per week o

Collaborative Culture:

Work with experienced, professional team o

Innovation Focus:

Encouraged to explore new technologies and approaches o

Modern Technology:

Latest tools, cloud infrastructure, and development practices

Work Environment

Hybrid Flexibility: 2-3 days in Cardiff office per week Collaborative Culture: Work with experienced, professional team Innovation Focus: Encouraged to explore new ideas and approaches Modern Technology: Latest tools and infrastructure

What we Offer

Competitive package with performance bonus opportunities Pension - 3% employer contribution Holiday - 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), rising to 30 days based on service length Holiday Trading - Purchase additional annual leave days Health Cash Plan - Optical, dental and other health cashback options Discounts & Rewards - Enjoy savings on shopping, travel, and more Bike Scheme - Get a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice EV Car Scheme - Get a new electric vehicle through salary sacrifice Financial Wellbeing - Information on financial planning and wellbeing Training & Development - structured personal development programme

Let's get started. Apply now to join our transformation journey!

Target Start: ASAP Application Review: Rolling basis - early applications prioritised


Please email aly@thehrpatch.co.uk for any further information.



If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.



Please note - you must have the right to work in the UK.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that a range of voices brings value to our organisation, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with our dedication to a fair recruitment process. Our commitment to diversity is underpinned by our adherence to the Equality Act 2010, and we take active steps to ensure our workplace is free from discrimination and bias.