Chapman Tate Associates
Director of Technology
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Technology Director | Python & AI
📍 Birmingham City Centre — ideally 4 days per week in the office, adjacent to Birmingham New Street Station
💰 Up to £120,000 + 30% Bonus + Company Car + 10% Employer Pension Contribution
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Chapman Tate Associates are delighted to be working exclusively with an industry-leading retail organisation to appoint a Technology Director who can combine strategic leadership with strong technical understanding.
This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for a technology leader who wants to have a direct influence on the future of Python, AI, software engineering and eCommerce technology.
The business has significant ambitions around Artificial Intelligence, with investment already underway. You’ll work closely with a separate AI-focused business within the wider group to identify and implement practical AI solutions that can deliver genuine commercial value across retail and eCommerce.
This isn’t a purely strategic role.
We’re looking for someone who understands software engineering from the ground up — ideally with a strong Python / Django background — and who is comfortable getting into the detail when required.
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Key Responsibilities
- Define and deliver the technology strategy
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of 13
- Drive innovation across Python, software engineering, infrastructure and AI
- Shape the future of eCommerce and online retail platforms
- Identify and deliver commercially valuable AI opportunities
- Work alongside AI specialists and emerging technology teams
- Balance innovation with the reliability of a significant on-premises environment
- Champion engineering best practice, architecture and delivery
- Contribute to wider business and commercial strategy at SLT level
About You We’re particularly interested in technology leaders who have progressed through a software development / engineering background.
You’ll ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Technology Director, Head of Technology, Engineering Director or similar
- Strong software development foundations
- Python experience, ideally including Django
- Experience leading and developing software engineering teams
- Strong understanding of modern eCommerce technology
- Experience within retail, eCommerce or online platforms
- Exposure to AI initiatives, automation or emerging technologies
- The ability to operate strategically without losing touch with the technology
- Strong stakeholder management and commercial awareness
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What's on Offer?
- Up to £120,000 basic salary
- 30% annual bonus
- Company car
- 10% employer pension contribution
- Senior Leadership Team position
- Significant opportunity to shape AI strategy and innovation
- Opportunity to influence the evolution of Python-led software engineering
- Join a highly successful, industry-leading retail organisation
If you’re a Python-focused technology leader who wants to play a major role in the next phase of AI and digital transformation within a successful retail business, we’d be very interested in speaking with you.
📩 Apply now or contact Chapman Tate Associates for a confidential discussion.
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