Head of Software Development
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced head of software development to lead multiple IT initiatives within Corporate Functions.
This is a high-impact role requiring strong leadership coordination and delivery skills across a complex multi-vendor and multi-location environment.
The Head of Software Delivery will lead cross-functional software teams across three international hubs driving excellence in delivery quality and innovation.
This role is pivotal in shaping the future of enterprise platforms including Dynamics 365 (F&O and CE) custom application development and support operations.
The successful candidate will champion the adoption of AI tools automation and modern engineering practices to accelerate delivery and improve operational resilience
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Delivery Management
- Oversee delivery across three development teams one QA team and one support/devops team.
- Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of software solutions aligned with business goals.
- Lead sprint planning tech backlog grooming and release management using Azure DevOps.
- Drive transition to BAU and ensure robust Level 2 and Level 3 support while implementing shift-left strategies for Level 1 support.
AI & Automation Strategy
- Lead the integration of AI tools into development workflows including test automation monitoring and intelligent case management.
- Promote adoption of Power Platforms AI Builder and other Microsoft AI capabilities within D365 environments such as Copilot for Git HUB.
Quality Assurance & Technical Excellence
- Own the technical backlog and vulnerability management strategy.
- Ensure test automation is embedded in CI/CD pipelines and QA practices.
- Champion performance optimisation code refactoring and technical debt reduction.
Governance & Compliance
- Align delivery practices with internal audit risk and compliance frameworks.
- Maintain role-based access SSO and incident response standards across platforms.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the primary point of contact for business stakeholders across finance HR and operations.
- Collaborate with PMO architecture and analytics teams to ensure cohesive delivery.
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven leadership in managing distributed software teams across geographies.
- Deep expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (F&O and CE) Azure DevOps and Power Platform.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies test-driven development and DevOps practices.
- Experience with AI integration in enterprise systems (e.g. NLP classification models).
- Excellent communication stakeholder management and coaching skills.
Euronext Values
Unity
We respect and value the people we work with
We are unified through a common purpose
We embrace diversity and strive for inclusion
Integrity
We value transparency communicate honestly and share information openly
We act with integrity in everything we do
We dont hide our mistakes and we learn from them
Agility
We act with a sense of urgency and decisiveness
We are adaptable responsive and embrace change
We take smart risks
Energy
We are positively driven to make a difference and challenge the status quo
We focus on and encourage personal leadership
We motivate each other with our ambition
Accountability
We deliver maximum value to our customers and stakeholders
We take ownership and are accountable for the outcome
We reward and celebrate performance
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race gender age citizenship religion sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability or any other legally protected factor. We value the unique talents of all our people who come from diverse backgrounds with different personal experiences and points of view and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.
Additional Information
This job description is only describing the main activities within a certain role and is not exhaustive. It does not prevent to add more tasks projects.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
About Company
Euronext Securities Milan is now part of the network of Euronext CSDs, channelling investments into local economies and supporting European