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Barden is excited to partner with a leading tech organisation in their search for a Senior Director of Digital Development. This senior leadership role requires an experienced software development professional with a strong background in commercialising software products and user experience design, with ideally some exposure to integrating AI/ML technologies, including generative AI.
“We are looking for a leader who can not only bring products to market but also drive a strategic vision that keeps us ahead in this rapidly evolving tech landscape” – VP of AI & Automation
ABOUT THE ROLE:
- Lead a diverse development team, focusing on product innovation and leveraging AI/ML technologies.
- Develop a strategic vision and roadmap for digital capabilities, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry trends.
- Ensure exceptional user experience across all digital products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to deliver solutions that meet both customer needs and business goals.
- Drive agile methodologies and best practices in a fast-paced environment.
- Manage department budgets and resource allocation.
ABOUT THE PERSON:
- You are an accomplished software development leader at senior manager/director level or higher, with experience commercialising software products.
- You have experience leading large, cross-functional teams, demonstrating the ability to align diverse groups toward common goals and drive complex projects to successful outcomes.
- With a keen focus on UX, you ensure product designs are intuitive, seamless, and consistently meet high standards of user experience.
- Your leadership extends beyond team management; you are highly effective in influencing senior management and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative, results-driven culture.
- Ideally, you also have experience in integrating machine learning and generative AI into software, with an understanding of how these technologies can elevate product and business outcomes.
This role can be Hybrid/Remote with monthly visits to the Cork office. A strong compensation package is on offer including car allowance, a robust bonus structure, and full benefits—designed to reward your contributions and support your professional growth.
Curious? You should be. Hit apply or contact Rachel McGuckian (rachel.mcguckian@barden.ie) and Rachel and her team will take things from there. Simple.
