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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead - **Company:** West Bromwich Building Society - **Location:** West Bromwich, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £60,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Encodings, Cyber Security, Databases, Unix Shell, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Oracle (Applications), Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Solution Deployment Descriptor, VMware Virtualization, Build Management, Information Technology - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/technical-lead/west-bromwich-building-society-job107893993 ## About the Role * Proven experience of coordinating and deploying IT solutions. * Technical & Process design skills with previous responsibility for the technical direction of projects, contributing and overseeing the production of detailed technical designs. * Proven ability of embedding Security in every layer of solution deployment. * Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Windows server products. Accreditation preferable. * Detailed knowledge of migrating / implementing solutions into Cloud Infrastructure, Azure platform with accreditation preferable. * Detailed knowledge of VMware Virtualisation products. Accreditation preferable. * Knowledge of RedHat Linux. * Knowledge of Network Infrastructure technologies. * Knowledge of utilising Azure DevOps technologies in managing project deliverables. * Experience of database systems, ideally in the relevant database technologies such as MS SQL Server and Oracle. * Proven experience automating processes. (Powershell, Linux shell, Ansible). * A proven track record of resolving IT technical issues. * Ability to quickly research and absorb information and disseminate to technicians and management alike. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to maintain contact with representatives of external companies wherever necessary. * Ability to produce clear and detailed technical documentation. ## Description We are looking for a highly skilled Technical Lead with extensive experience who will assist in the implementation of IT projects, coordinating tasks assigned to technical staff as well as personally performing tasks to achieve project goals. Assisting and reporting to Project Managers any technical issues and providing solutions to ensure project success. Being involved throughout the project life cycle from design to implementation phases. Using and creating best practice guidelines, recommending improvements and ensuring resources are utilised efficiently. The role requires strong leadership skills to motivate team members and requires strong communication skills to foster collaboration with all project streams/teams. The lead should display a high degree of adaptability in order to learn new technologies as needed and successfully manage the daily challenges of a technical environment. Provide a strong technical direction which involves establishing a technical vision, resolving technical disagreements and managing the technical quality of team deliverables What the role will look like: * Accountable for the delivery of the technical implementation and quality assurance of assigned projects. * Lead to deliver technology solutions that solve business problems in line with the technical strategy of the department, ensuring we drive the provision of scalable, maintainable, and performance systems. * Analysing project & business needs and selecting solutions to meet those needs. * Helping to design and build digital and technical processes to meet the needs of the project. * Create and implement risk mitigation processes and ensure Information Security best practice is embedded at every level. * Play a key role in the adoption of automation technologies. * Lead with the upskilling and knowledge transfer for the IT technical teams. * Support project managers and project support staff in producing quality management reports, procedures and documentation. ## Related Videos - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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