Technical Lead Developer

Head Resourcing; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working with a central Glasgow office

Visibility across the business

Job summary

A leading financial services provider based in Glasgow is seeking a Lead Developer/Tech Lead to drive significant technical transformation. This hands-on role involves designing key systems, mentoring developers, and engaging with stakeholders. With a focus on Life & Pensions, the ideal candidate will bring extensive lead development experience. Enjoy a good balance of hands-on work and leadership in a hybrid working environment, contributing to real change within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Lead Development capacity.
• Background in Life & Pensions is essential.
• Experience working on regulatory or transformation projects.
• Strong collaboration with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and development of key systems and projects.
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to understand requirements and shape solutions.
• Improving existing processes, particularly across policy administration systems.
• Mentor other developers in the team.
• Involve in full lifecycle from design to delivery.
• Coordinate with third-party suppliers to ensure proper delivery.

Skills

Lead Development experience

Life & Pensions background

Experience with SSIS

Practical and solutions-focused

Team player

Tools

SSIS

Job description

Are you a Lead Developer/Tech Lead looking for a role where you can have real influence on how things are built and improved?

We’re working with a well-established Scottish financial services business that’s going through a significant transformation. They’re investing heavily in their systems and need someone who can help shape and deliver that change from a technical perspective.

This is a hands‑on role, but with a strong leadership element — ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, working closely with the business, and helping others develop.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the design and development of key systems and projects
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to understand requirements and shape solutions
• Improving existing processes, particularly across policy administration systems
• Supporting and mentoring other developers in the team
• Getting involved in the full lifecycle — from design through to delivery
• Working with third‑party suppliers to make sure solutions are delivered properly

What they’re looking for

• Experience in a Lead Development capacity
• Background in Life & Pensions is essential
• Experience working on regulatory or transformation projects
• Experience with SSIS and working with data
• Someone who’s practical, solutions‑focused, and comfortable working through complex problems
• A team player who’s happy to support and guide others

Why it’s worth a look

• You’ll be joining at a time where things are genuinely changing
• There’s a good balance of hands‑on work and leadership
• You’ll have visibility across the business, not just sit in a silo
• Hybrid working with a central Glasgow office