Head of Software Development

Are you ready to lead a team of talented software developers and shape the future of Brand New Day’s IT department?

We are Brand New Day, a financial odd-one-out in the Netherlands. We are young, bold and have been growing like weeds for 14 years. You will be a part of an IT department of fifty professionals, working on domains like data, infrastructure, security and applications. You will work closely with the head of IT security operations & architecture, the head of IT projects, the head of IT product development and the branch manager of our Bangkok development office. You will have frequent interactions with the data team, the quality assurance (QA) team, the scrum master and the end-users of our software solutions.

As head of software development at Brand New Day, you are responsible for managing, mentoring and improving a team of twenty software developers, QA specialists, a scrum master and an IT recruiter who work on various projects across the IT department. Your responsibilities include ensuring the quality and security of the code and collaborating with other teams and stakeholders towards achieving company goals. You are part of the IT leadership team and report directly to the manager of IT projects and development.

What will you do as software head of software development?

You will have a key role in defining and executing Brand New Day’s IT strategy and vision. You will oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from analysis to deployment and maintenance. You will ensure, in cooperation with the product owners, that the software solutions meet our business requirements, and adhere to the best practices and standards. You will also

• lead, coach, and motivate a team of software developers and QA specialists with different levels of experience and expertise
• continuously improve development processes, building and scaling high performing technology teams
• conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and support the professional development of your team members
• hire new staff and guide the onboarding process with a dedicated recruiter
• troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues or challenges that arise during the software development process
• stay updated on the latest technologies, trends, and innovations in the software industry and evaluate their potential for us
• Ultimately, you will measure and improve the four (five?) key DORA metrics, visualizing them and guiding Brand New Day to elite devops maturity.

This is what we expect of you

You have a solid background in software development, with at least five years of experience in a senior or lead role. You have a strong knowledge of software development principles, methodologies and best practices. You are experienced with

• developing software solutions using .NET, C#, SQL and Azure
• managing software projects using agile, scrum and devops
• leading and coaching software development teams
• communicating and collaborating with stakeholders
• solving complex technical problems and making sound decisions

You are also

• a natural leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• a team player with a positive and proactive attitude
• a lifelong learner with a passion for innovation and improvement
• customer-oriented, with a focus on delivering value and quality

This is what you get from us

• A good salary, pension benefits and 25 days annual leave 
• A great workplace with two 27-inch screens and a fast computer (+ a laptop to work from home) 
• An NS-Business Card
• An educational budget of € 5,000 per five years
• An exchange program in Bangkok
• € 25 per month freely spendable through the Alleo platform (on a nice massage, gift voucher, gym class or anything else of your choice)

Please note that while working from home is totally fine, working closely together in person is also important to us. We are looking for someone who lives in the Netherlands and can join us in the office for at least three days a week.

What are you waiting for?

Step 1: Upload your CV and motivation

Step 2: Interview with the heads of IT projects and IT product development

Step 3: Meet with the manager of security & IT operations and a developer

Step 4: Be hired, be awesome

This is what we stand for
Our motto is: extra retirement savings for everyone. And by everyone, we really mean everyone. Regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, etc., etc., etc.

This also applies to the people who work at Brand New Day. We firmly believe that healthy diversity and inclusion lead to better collaboration, better service to our customers, and consequently better results. But it also leads to more fun at work and more personal growth. So, it doesn’t matter who you are, but what you contribute. Here, it's not the number of stripes on your sleeve that determines whether you're right, but simply the best idea. From whoever it comes.

And one more thing: studies show that woman and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, we encourage you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to meeting you!

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