Technical Lead

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology SME is seeking a Technical Lead to guide the development of a scalable platform. You will architect solutions, mentor developers, and ensure delivery excellence. Essential skills include extensive experience in C# / .NET Core and Microsoft Azure. This contract role offers competitive pay up to £625/day with remote work options and occasional onsite days.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on development experience in C# / .NET Core.
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable architectures in Microsoft Azure.
• Skilled communicator across technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver well-architected, high-quality solutions.
• Mentor developers and foster technical growth.
• Collaborate with other Technical Leads on architectural direction.

Skills

C# / .NET Core

Microsoft Azure

SQL Database, PostgreSQL

Skilled communicator

Mentoring developers

Job description

Technical Lead - Azure / .NET (Contract)

Location: Remote with occasional day on site

Contract Type: 9-12 months (with potential extension)

Start Date: October 2025

Rate: up to £625/day

IR35: Outside

We're seeking a hands-on Technical Lead to guide the development of a robust, scalable platform for a technology SME. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping architectural direction, mentoring developers, and ensuring delivery excellence across a high-impact programme.

This is a rare opportunity to lead from the front, architecting solutions, solving implementations, and bridging the gap between product and engineering teams.

Key Outcomes

• Deliver well-architected, high-quality solutions that integrate seamlessly into the wider platform.
• Maintain and improve code quality through reference implementations, monitoring, and rigorous code reviews.
• Ensure product and technical teams share a clear understanding of goals, impacts, and constraints.
• Contribute to architectural direction through collaboration with other Technical Leads and the Architecture team.
• Mentor developers and foster technical growth.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Strong hands-on development experience in C# / .NET Core
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable architectures in Microsoft Azure including Azure Function Apps, App Services, Service Bus, etc
• SQL Database, PostgreSQL
• Skilled communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience mentoring developers and leading code review practices

Desirable:

• Background in regulated environments
• Experience working in multi-team, cross-functional delivery programmes

Apply now or reach out to Matt Power for more details.