Head of Software Development | Innovative Energy Solution SME

About the Company

Our client is an innovative small business specializing in subsurface energy solutions: oil, gas, geothermal, and CO₂ storage.
As a human-sized company, it supports international clients by developing high-performance technological solutions that combine efficiency, environmental impact reduction, and cost optimization. Its multidisciplinary and multicultural team tackles scientific and technical challenges every day.

Job Description

As part of its growth, the company is recruiting a Head of Software Development.
Reporting to the Technical Director, you will be responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of the company’s proprietary software solutions, used both internally and by clients.

• Analysis & Design: Gather business needs, define software architecture, and draft technical specifications.
• Development & Quality: Steer technology choices, promote modern development practices, and ensure code quality.
• Project Management: Lead IT projects (planning, budget, quality) and ensure compliance with standards.
• Team Leadership: Manage and coordinate international development teams, both in-house and external.
• Innovation: Conduct ongoing technology watch to guide software evolution and anticipate future challenges.

Profil recherché

• PhD or Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in software development and IT project management.
• Strong expertise in software architecture and Java programming.
• Good knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure, OVH) as well as data, algorithms, and data modeling.
• Experience in agile project management (Scrum) and proficiency with collaborative tools (Redmine, Sourcetree).
• Knowledge of JavaFX, Jakarta (Eclipse), and hardware fundamentals is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
• Demonstrated leadership, autonomy, and strategic vision to align IT with business goals.

• A human-sized company with a strong, multicultural team spirit.
• Exciting projects with international clients.
• An environment where diversity and innovation are core values.
• A recognized commitment to quality (ISO 9001 certification and QHSE policy).