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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead - **Company:** PA Consulting - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ASP.NET, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Logic, Architectural Patterns, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Github, Load Testing, Node.Js, Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, Secure Coding, Service Design, Software Engineering, Software Systems, TypeScript, Google Cloud, ReactJS, Database Optimization, Spring-boot, Caching, Cloudformation, Vue.js, Event Driven Architecture, AngularJS, Bicep, Asynchronous Programming, Terraform, Jenkins, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/PAConsulting/744000124959514-technical-lead ## About the Role Even if you don't meet every requirement below, feel free to still apply as we are often hiring for similar roles which your background might be better suited to. * Experience in managing and technically leading a software engineering team * Soft-skills to interact with clients, demonstrating credibility in technology and overall delivery * Proven capability in shaping the end-to-end software delivery lifecycle, driving improvements across development, testing, deployment, and operational phases. * Ability to implement infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and efficient release management strategies. * Enhance system performance using load testing, caching, and optimizing database queries and application logic for better scalability and response times. * Expertise in modern engineering standards such as TDD, contract testing, and secure coding, as well as architectural patterns like event-driven architecture and platform migration. * You thrive in problem-solving and analytical thinking to create long-term solutions * You enjoy collaborating with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment * Experience providing technical subject matter expertise to shape bids and client proposals. Can present proposed approaches and discuss technical implementation with prospective clients during the sales process, All PA people are required to undergo background checks and to achieve the Baseline Personnel Security Standard however, some UK roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, where applicants must have at least 5 years of continuous residency in the UK. We therefore ask that you only apply if you meet the residency requirements (i.e. you are a British citizen or have been resident in the UK for the past 5 years), as this is the prerequisite for a security clearance. If you're unsure about your eligibility, we encourage you to review the UK Government's guidance on security vetting before applying. ## Description Hybrid working - our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. However, the actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on a client site. We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. We challenge where it matters and own the outcome. We combine strategic thinking, customer-centric service design, and agile engineering practices to accelerate innovation in a tech-driven world. Why consider joining our Digital & Data community? * Join our Digital & Data team working alongside product, design and a wide range of other experts and cross-disciplinary teams to bring ideas to life through innovative software solutions. * Grow a flexible and unique career within a trust-based, inclusive environment that values excellence, innovation, and curiosity. You have the option to progress with us on a technical career track. No need to go onto the Partner career track if this doesn't align with what you want to do. * Hybrid working - our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. * Work on a broad variety of projects and tech stacks for clients across seven sectors - no project is ever the same * Join other experts within our supportive and collaborative tech community through knowledge-sharing and peer-level support, coaching and mentoring * Deepen your expertise through our a culture of learning and growth - you'll have budget to take courses (technical and non-technical training), plus gain certifications Our tech stack While we advocate for using the right tech for the right task, you can expect to work with the following technologies to ensure scalable, high-performance applications: * Programming Languages: JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C# * Frameworks: Vue/Angular/React/Node/Next, Spring/Spring Boot, .NET/ASP.NET * Cloud platforms: AWS, GCP, Azure * CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps * IaC: Terraform, CloudFormation, Azure Bicep * Pragmatic and safe usage of AI through the SDLC (e.g. using MCP to combine tools in interesting and effective ways) What you can expect * Work to agile best practices and cross-functionally with multiple teams and stakeholders. 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