Tech Lead - Python

Nearform; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual company bonus

Remote work and flexibility

Flexible time off

Remote working allowance

Training and development allowance

Healthcare

401k

Job summary

Nearform is seeking a Technical Lead in Canada to guide development teams and work directly with clients to translate business needs into scalable, secure applications. You will lead delivery, mentor engineers, and ensure best practices across DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native platforms.

The role requires deep experience with Golang and/or Python, Kubernetes, and frontend stacks, plus strong communication with clients. Travel to client sites in the U.S. is involved.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in software engineering and 2+ years leading projects
• Professional experience with Golang and/or Python and a modern frontend stack (React/Angular/TypeScript)
• Experience with AI application development and Agentic frameworks and platforms (e.g., LangGraph)
• Experience working directly with clients to understand technical requirements
• Proven experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration
• Strong CI/CD with Terraform, Helm, and other cloud-native IaC tools
• Deep understanding of observability with OpenTelemetry
• Experience leading software teams through technical delivery or mentoring
• Deep understanding of agile methodologies, design patterns, and TDD
• Knowledge of Git, DevOps practices, and cloud technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Awareness of operational concerns including monitoring, security, GDPR
• Empathy and people skills

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and line-management leadership to the development team
• Deliver successful projects and resolve blockers
• Ensure best practices in software development and DevOps
• Work with clients translating requirements into technical briefs
• Shape architectural decisions for scalability and security
• Provide project status updates to clients and leadership
• Collaborate with distributed teams on high-quality solutions

Skills

Golang

Python

Frontend Stack

AI frameworks

Client facing

Kubernetes

CI/CD

OpenTelemetry

Git

Cloud platforms

Agile

Testing

DevOps

Tools

Kubernetes

Terraform

Helm

Job description

This is afull-time, permanent opportunity for candidates based in Canada and authorized to work without sponsorship, with a preference for those located on the East Coast. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This position also requirestraveling to client sites within the U.S., withtravel expenses covered by the company.

About Nearform

Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact.

Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI.

Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart.

As part of our Engineering function, you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products.
Whether you are a Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or DevOps Engineer, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leveraging cutting‑edge technologies to build secure, high‑performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality, scalable solutions that solve real world problems.

About the Technical Lead Role:

As a Technical Lead at Nearform, you will be responsible for leading and guiding development teams while working directly with clients to translate business and technical requirements into impactful applications. However, as you’ll likely work on a variety of projects in your time here, your responsibilities may also include:

• Provide technical and line‑management leadership to your development team.
• Take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects.
• Identify and resolve blockers before they become issues.
• Ensure best practices in software development, DevOps, and agile methodologies are upheld within the team.
• Work directly with clients, translating requirements into technical briefs.
• Shape and define architectural decisions ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Provide updates to client and Nearform leadership to ensure clear understanding of project status and drive good decision‑making.

What we are looking for in this person:

• Significant experience in software engineering and 2+ years of experience leading projects and mentoring as a Technical Lead. For this particular role, we are looking for professional experience with Golang and/or Python and a modern Frontend tech stack (React/ Angular/TypeScript).
• Experience with AI application development and Agentic frameworks and platforms (e.g., LangGraph, Agentspace, etc.).
• Experience working directly with clients or customers to understand technical requirements.
• Proven experience working with Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Strong CI/CD experience, including hands‑on work with Terraform, Helm, and other cloud‑native IaC technologies.
• Deep understanding of observability practices, with practical experience using OpenTelemetry (OTel) and related tooling.
• Experience leading software engineering teams through technical delivery and either direct line management or mentoring.
• Deep understanding of agile ways of working, best practices and design patterns.
• Deep understanding of test‑driven development and testing best practices.
• Deep understanding of version control tools, e.g. Git.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of operational concerns (such as monitoring, performance testing, security considerations, accessibility, GDPR).
• Empathy and people skills.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Graph databases
• Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance.
• Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem!
• Flexible Time Off Package - We offer a flexible annual leave policy plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more.
• Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in USD) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join.
• Training and Development Allowance - Nearform is committed to supporting and investing in employees’ ongoing learning and professional development. You will be encouraged to pursue relevant learning opportunities that support your growth and the growth of others, subject to manager approval.
• Healthcare - It’s important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at Nearform. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team.
• 401k - We offer a 401k plan and match up to 4%, with no minimum entry requirements and immediate vesting of employers’ contributions.

Our Interview Process

• Talent Call (30 mins via Zoom)
  An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background, experience, and career goals. We'll also provide a high‑level overview of Nearform and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment.
• Panel Interview (60 mins via Zoom)
  A conversation with two of our Technical Directors focused on your approach to teamwork, client collaboration, and problem‑solving in an enterprise development setting. We'll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join.
• Technical Lead Assessment (90 mins via Zoom)
  A structured assessment led by a senior Technical Lead or Head of Engineering, designed to evaluate key aspects of a Technical Lead role. This session includes a selection of tasks to cover:
  Architecture Design - We want to see how you approach a high‑level problem, demonstrating your design thinking and decision‑making process.
  Technical Implementation - How do you turn a design into reality, taking into account business needs?
  Code Standards and Feedback - We want to see not just your own skills, but also how you improve those around you

There may also be an additional interview with the client depending on the project.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about building high‑quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we’d love to hear from you.

Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence.

If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.

Our salary range is 170,000 - 200,000 CAD + bonus & benefits. Further details will be discussed in the initial interview, and final compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and other job‑related factors discussed during the interview process.