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Job Description
Head of Product Engineering
Primark is seeking a seasoned product delivery and operations expert to lead the development and implementation of a capability, facilitated through strategic partnerships.
About the Role
- Develop and execute long-term product roadmaps aligned with growth objectives, owning delivery across both modernisation and incremental initiatives.
- Work with product management to prioritise initiatives, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Implement improvements to existing products, optimising processes and methodologies within the engineering organisation.
- Assess emerging technologies and trends, collaborating with teams to identify opportunities for product enhancements and differentiation.
- Monitor product performance and reliability, implementing best practices while identifying and mitigating risks related to data integrity and security.
- Foster a learning culture and develop talent, while managing relationships with external partners and overseeing the integration of third-party solutions.
About You
- Over 10 years in product delivery and operations, with a focus on enterprise-grade platforms, collaborating with product management in retail contexts.
- Proven track record in modernizing core platforms using headless and microservices architectures to enhance agility and reliability.
- Ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, with knowledge of machine learning as a plus.
- Demonstrated success in driving collaboration between engineering and product management to deliver innovative solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Experience leading diverse teams, fostering trust, and delivering end-to-end solutions on time and within budget, while promoting a culture of change and innovation.
- Strong understanding of technology forecasting, cost modeling, and Dev Sec Ops principles, with a focus on team-oriented environments and effective change management.
Primark offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We value diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best work.