Head of Development and Testing

The Role

At Imperial Brands, we are redefining what’s possible in technology. As the Head of Development and Testing, you’ll take centre stage in building cutting-edge engineering practices, driving quality, and empowering talent to deliver innovative solutions that shape the future of our business.

Guiding a dynamic team, championing excellence in development and testing standards, and creating a thriving, collaborative environment. You’ll work closely with business leaders, ensuring every solution not only meets but exceeds expectations. Your ability to inspire and influence will drive the seamless delivery of projects that make an impact on a global scale.

This position, based in Amsterdam with a flexible hybrid model, offers the right candidate a chance to grow their career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of an inclusive, innovative global FMCG company, supported by 25,000 employees worldwide. You get the chance to lead from the front, grow professionally, and be part of a company committed to continuous improvement and forward-thinking innovation.

Principal Accountabilities

• Set and execute the vision for development and testing, ensuring best practices are embedded across teams.
• Lead and coach developers, providing guidance to enhance their skills and support their career progression.
• Align engineering strategies with broader organizational goals to deliver impactful solutions.
• Strengthening QA capabilities, ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability in all deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive innovation and achieve shared objectives.
• Contribute to the company’s global strategy, focusing on talent development and organizational growth.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong leadership experience in software development and quality assurance, with a proven track record in agile environments.
• Expertise in modern development and testing methodologies, including DevOps and QA practices.
• A passion for mentoring and coaching teams, helping them reach their full potential.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to connect technical execution with business success.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

What We Offer

In return for playing your part in building our future, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package with salary and many extras including a great pension scheme, and generous holiday entitlement. Here at Imperial we will give you the opportunity to grow and learn, innovate at pace and be a part of our purpose to forge a path to a healthier future for moments of relaxation and pleasure for our consumers.

Next Steps

Interested applicants should apply with their CV highlighting their suitability for the role.

Everyone Belongs

Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at resourcing@uk.imptob.com to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.

About Imperial Brands

We're a truly international company, fourth largest in our industry and operating across 120 markets. An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees. As we embrace a new era of growth, we are transforming. Our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work. Our agility and collaboration are driving our ambitions, innovation and success all supported by our award-winning development programmes that creates exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all. Encouraging inclusion at local levels and supporting a developing and robust diversity agenda globally, we’re fully committed to creating and maintaining an environment that celebrates and respects difference.