Technical Lead (Software, Data & ML) – 11285TECHLEADSJR

Proactive.IT Appointments Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Technical Lead to drive innovation and technical delivery. You will manage software projects, lead machine learning initiatives, and collaborate with business teams to enhance credit risk processes. The role requires strong software development skills, particularly in Python and SQL, and experience with cloud platforms. The position is based on-site in Northampton with a salary of up to £85,000 plus a bonus.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Software Development, Data Science or Machine Learning.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP).
• Expertise with CRM’s.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, IT Infrastructure and Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Technology in leading the technical team.
• Manage full-stack software development projects from conception to deployment.
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models.
• Collaborate with underwriters and business teams to enhance credit risk modelling.
• Oversee development of the Zoho CRM platform and other systems.
• Develop and maintain APIs and data infrastructure.
• Monitor model performance and system effectiveness.
• Balance technical delivery with strategic oversight.

Skills

Software Development

Data Science

Machine Learning

Python

SQL

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)

CRM expertise

Cybersecurity

IT Infrastructure

Project Management

Job description

11285TECHLEADSJR
£70k – 85k per year

Technical Lead (Software, Data & ML)

Northampton – On-site with flexibility where necessary | Up to £85,000 per annum + bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Technical Lead to join a leading organisation and play a key role in driving innovation, leading technical delivery, and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Technology in leading the technical team, overseeing daily operations and project delivery.
• Manage full-stack software development projects from conception through to deployment.
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models and data tools within a cloud environment to improve credit and lending decisions.
• Collaborate with underwriters and business teams to enhance and automate credit risk modelling and workflow processes.
• Oversee the development and optimisation of the Zoho CRM platform, ensuring integration with other systems.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain APIs and data infrastructure to enable scalable and reliable system communication.
• Monitor model performance and system effectiveness to ensure alignment with business goals and compliance. Manage external relationships, including cybersecurity operations and infrastructure support.
• Balance hands‑on technical delivery with strategic oversight and continuous improvement.

Experience required

• Strong background in Software Development, Data Science or Machine Learning
• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL
• Experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• Expertise with CRM’s
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, IT Infrastructure and Project Management

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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