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# Software Technical Lead

- **Company:** ECM Selection Limited
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Databases, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), Commercial Software, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Google Cloud, Kubernetes, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.ecmselection.co.uk/register/25778

## About the Role

* Good degree in software engineering, computer science or similar from a highly-ranked university
 * Excellent knowledge of Python for commercial software development using modern production practices
 * A track record of technical and team leadership, and mentoring team members.
 * Knowledge of database and infrastructure design
 * Full right to work in the UK without restriction, time limit, or sponsorship.

## Description

As the Software Technical Lead, you will bring excellent hands-on Python development. Your technical remit includes developing back-end code in Python, developing proof-of-concept prototypes and supporting deployment and production of the new platform. The Lead aspect involves building and directing the software engineering team, working closely with the CTO.


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