Technical Lead

Tec Partners Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major technology firm is seeking a Technical Lead for a digital transformation programme within the public sector. The role involves leading engineering teams to deliver high-profile services nationwide. Successful candidates should have experience in software engineering, particularly with Java and microservices. The contract is for 12 months, offers a competitive day rate, and requires BPSS clearance. This hybrid position is based in the United Kingdom, with three days onsite each week.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Opportunity to lead impactful projects

Long-term contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Senior Engineer.
• Strong background in modern software engineering, ideally with Java.
• Knowledge of microservices, hexagonal architecture, MongoDB and Kafka.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support a team of engineers.
• Set technical direction and influence wider strategy.
• Ensure delivery of secure, high-quality and assured services.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Software Engineering

Java

Microservices

MongoDB

Kafka

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Job description

Contract Technical Lead

Rate: Up to 750 per day (Umbrella Rate Depending on Experience)

Contract: 12 months

Location: Leeds Manchester or Newcastle Hybrid (3 Days Onsite per Week)

Clearance: BPSS required (must be eligible for SC)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead to join a major digital transformation programme within a large-scale public sector environment. This role will focus on leading engineering teams delivering high-profile citizen-facing systems and shared digital capabilities used nationwide.

As a hands‑on technical leader you will set direction for your team, ensure alignment with wider strategy and drive the delivery of secure, reliable and modern digital services. You will also play a key role in transforming legacy systems into scalable microservice‑based solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mentor and support a team of engineers.
• Set technical direction and influence wider strategy.
• Ensure delivery of secure, high‑quality and assured services.
• Champion best practice across engineering and architecture.
• Contribute to the evolution of technical stacks and ways of working.
• Collaborate with other teams to align with organisational goals.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Senior Engineer.
• Strong background in modern software engineering, ideally with Java.
• Knowledge of microservices, hexagonal architecture, MongoDB and Kafka.
• Experience with large‑scale complex digital products.
• Focus on quality, security and technical standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Why Apply

• Opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most impactful digital programmes.
• Work at scale on services that directly benefit millions of people.
• Shape technical strategy and lead talented engineering teams.
• Long‑term contract with competitive day rate.

Next Steps

If you’re interested in this opportunity please apply with your CV. Short‑listed candidates will be contacted to discuss the role and next steps in the process.