Technical Lead (Perm, UK, Remote + Travel)

NearForm; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech solutions company based in the UK is seeking a Technical Lead who will guide development teams and manage client interactions. The ideal candidate will lead project delivery, shape architectural decisions, and uphold software development best practices. Candidates should have significant experience in software engineering, preferably with skills in Typescript, Kubernetes, and Go. The role involves remote work with occasional travel to client sites across Europe, offering various benefits including a company bonus and paid time off.

Benefits

Annual company bonus

Flexible working culture

25 days annual leave

Remote working allowance

Training and development allowance

Additional private healthcare

Pension match up to 5%

Qualifications

• Significant experience in software engineering as a Senior Engineer or Technical Lead.
• Experience leading software engineering teams through technical delivery or mentoring.
• Deep understanding of agile practices and design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to your development team.
• Responsible for the successful delivery of projects.
• Translate business and technical requirements into applications.

Skills

Typescript

Kubernetes

Go

Python

Agile methodologies

Test-driven development

Version control (Git)

DevOps practices

Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Empathy

Job description

Technical Lead (Perm, UK, Remote + Travel)

Full‑time, permanent opportunity for candidates based in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Frequent travel to client sites within Europe is required. Travel expenses are covered by the company.

About Nearform

Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capabilities at pace. We create AI‑enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. Our deep expertise in solving complex digital problems, combined with a people‑first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI.

We are a global team of 500 experts in 20+ countries trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media, and Walmart.

Technical Lead Role

As a Technical Lead at Nearform, you will lead and guide development teams while working directly with clients to translate business and technical requirements into impactful applications. Key responsibilities 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 to ensure scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Provide updates to client and Nearform leadership to ensure clear understanding of project status and drive good decision‑making.
• Work on‑site at client offices when required; this may involve additional travel to other locations in Europe.

What we are looking for

• Significant experience in software engineering as a Senior Engineer or Technical Lead, ideally using Typescript, Kubernetes, and Go.
• Experience or familiarity with Python.
• Experience working directly with clients or customers to understand technical requirements.
• 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, and GDPR.
• Empathy and people skills.

Benefits and Perks we offer at Nearform

• Annual Company Bonus – We share in company success and receive a share of profits on an annual basis in line with company performance.
• Work Remotely and Flexibly – Flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters.
• Paid Time Off Package – 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays, sick leave, marriage leave, and more.
• Remote Working Allowance – Every 2 years, a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in GBP) to set up a comfortable and productive workspace.
• Training and Development Allowance – Up to €1000 (equivalent in GBP) to upskill yourself.
• Healthcare – Additional private healthcare available at Nearform.
• Pension & Insurances – Pension match up to 5% and income protection and death in service for peace of mind.

Our Interview Process

Talent Call (30 min via Zoom) – Initial conversation to explore your background, leadership experience, and career goals.

Technical Lead Assessment (90 min via Zoom) – Structured assessment covering architecture design, technical implementation, and code standards & feedback.

Hiring Manager Interview (45 min via Zoom) – Conversation focused on your approach to teamwork, client collaboration, and problem‑solving in enterprise development.

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.

Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

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