Technical Lead

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known technology company is seeking a Technical Lead to drive the technical strategy within a public sector programme. This hybrid role requires strong Java expertise and SC Clearance, focusing on leading development teams and ensuring robust delivery of digital services. Candidates should have a proven track record in public sector programmes and modern software practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within public sector programmes.
• Strong hands-on background in Java development.
• Experience working within UK government departments.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technical strategy in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Lead and manage development teams for high performance.
• Oversee end-to-end technical delivery of complex digital services.

Skills

Java development

Technical leadership

Agile delivery methods

Software architecture

Team management

Job description

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• Technical Lead / Lead Developer - Active SC Clearance
• 3-6 Months
• Hybrid Working

We’re seeking a Technical Java Lead to join a high-impact programme within a public sector organisation. This contract role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategic thinking and hands-on leadership, with proven experience delivering digital services for UK government departments.

As the Java Lead, you’ll be responsible for shaping the technical strategy, building and leading a development team, and ensuring delivery of secure, scalable, and user-focused solutions. You'll be a key decision-maker in both technical and delivery discussions, supporting long-term transformation goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and drive the technical strategy in collaboration with senior leadership, aligning delivery with broader organisational and programme goals.
• Lead and manage development teams, ensuring high performance, continuous improvement, and adherence to engineering best practices.
• Oversee the end-to-end technical delivery of complex digital services, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and user-centred.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural direction, particularly across Java-based systems, ensuring robust and maintainable codebases.
• Support resource planning, team structure, and performance management to build and maintain strong, effective teams.
• Act as a key point of contact for technical decision-making, working closely with delivery managers, product owners, and stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and engineering excellence.
• Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role, delivering large-scale, complex public sector programmes.
• Strong hands-on background in Java development, with the ability to guide and support engineering teams in best practices and architecture.
• Experience contributing to technical strategy and working closely with senior leadership teams to align technical direction with organisational goals.
• Successful track record of leading and scaling development teams, including mentoring, performance management, and recruitment.
• Experience working within UK government departments
• Holds SC Clearance
• Deep understanding of modern software development practices, agile delivery methods, and scalable architecture patterns.